Aging Can Sometimes Lead to an Increase in the Stiffness

question 40

Multiple Choice

Aging can sometimes lead to an increase in the stiffness at the base of the basilar membrane. What effect would this have on a person's hearing?

• A)The person would only be able to hear loud sounds.
• B)The person would lose the ability to hear high-pitched sounds.
• C)The person would lose the ability to hear low-pitched sounds.
• D)The person would not be able to distinguish the amplitude of a sound.