Which of the Following Is a Neurological Explanation of Why

question 165

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a neurological explanation of why auditory acuity declines during midlife?

• A)The eardrum and other structures in the inner ear become less flexible.
• B)The auditory cortex in the brain becomes less efficient in processing information from the inner ear.
• C)The cilia in the inner ear begin to thin,making it more difficult to hear.
• D)The pinna and external auditory canal become less flexible and pliable,therefore making it more difficult to capture environmental sounds.

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