The Primary Purpose of the Middle Ear Bony Structures (Maleus

question 131

Multiple Choice

The primary purpose of the middle ear bony structures (maleus, incus and stapes) is to

• A) equalize pressure in the middle ear.
• B) amplify the vibration as it conducts to the cochlea.
• C) dampen the vibration as it conducts to the cochlea.
• D) transmit otitis media to the cochlea.
• E) transduce the sound waves into vibration.

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