The place theory of pitch perception states that pitch is determined by
A)neurons that fire at the same frequency as the incoming stimulus
B)neurons that fire at the same amplitude as the incoming stimulus
C)the specific point in the cochlea where the fluid wave peaks
D)the way that the eardrum resonates in response to different frequencies

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The place theory of pitch perception suggests that our perception of sound's pitch is determined by the location along the cochlea's basilar membrane where the sound wave reaches its peak or causes the most significant vibration. Different points on the membrane correspond to different frequencies, so the specific point of maximum vibration indicates the pitch of the sound.

The Place Theory of Pitch Perception States That Pitch Is