A person able to hear only high- frequency sounds would probably have which of the following structural problems in the ear?
A) The basilar membrane is stiffened along its entire length.
B) The ear ossicles are abnormally thickened.
C) The tympanum is damaged because of chronic ear infections.
D) All of the above problems could result in inability to detect low- frequency sound.
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