Damage to the Eardrum and Middle Ear Bones Can Cause

question 91

Multiple Choice

Damage to the eardrum and middle ear bones can cause

• A) increased audition.
• B) conduction hearing loss.
• C) cilia damage.
• D) sensorineural hearing loss.

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