Many Older People Have Hearing Problems Despite Good Hearing Aids

question 176

Multiple Choice

Many older people have hearing problems despite good hearing aids.What is a common reason?​

• A)The language areas of the brain deteriorated after inadequate input.
• B)​Action potentials from the ears to the brain travel more slowly than before.
• C)​Rapid production of earwax blocks sound waves in the ear.
• D)​Nerve impulses from the ear do not release enough neurotransmitter.

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