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Which Statement Regarding the Basilar Membrane Is False

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Which statement regarding the basilar membrane is false?


A) It separates the cochlea into an upper chamber and a lower chamber.
B) It is widest at its basal end and narrowest at its apical end.
C) It is stiffer at its basal end and more compliant near its apical end.
D) It responds maximally to high frequency sounds toward its basal end.

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