Which of the Following Is True of Rate Coding Along

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of rate coding along the basilar membrane?

• A) Rate coding occurs for frequencies greater than 500 Hz.
• B) The basal end of the basilar membrane shows the greatest movement to a frequency of less than 200 Hz.
• C) Frequencies lower than 200 Hz are coded by a rate of firing that is cued to the movement of the apical end of the basilar membrane.
• D) Cochlear implants can be used to signal frequencies of 200-2000 Hz.
• E) Damage to outer hair cells improve pitch discrimination.

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