Place Theory Advances the Idea That Pitch Discrimination Depends Upon

question 39

Multiple Choice

Place theory advances the idea that pitch discrimination depends upon the

• A)area of the middle ear stimulated.
• B)number of auditory neurons activated.
• C)frequency at which auditory neurons fire.
• D)area of the basilar membrane that vibrates to the sound.

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