The Correct Order of the Ossicles in the Middle Ear

question 17

Multiple Choice

 The correct order of the ossicles in the middle ear (from ear drum to oval window) is _____.

• A) stirrup; anvil; hammer
• B) stirrup; hammer; anvil
• C) malleus; incus; stapes
• D) stapes; malleus; incus

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