A complex sound causes
A) the part of the basilar membrane closest to the oval window to flex.
B) many different parts of the basilar membrane to flex simultaneously.
C) gentle flexing of the middle portion of the basilar membrane.
D) the tip of the basilar membrane to flex intensely.
E) random flexing of the basilar membrane, resulting in an undistinguishable sound.

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Complex sounds are composed of multiple frequencies, which stimulate different parts of the basilar membrane simultaneously, according to the principle of tonotopy. This allows the auditory system to distinguish the various components of the sound.

A Complex Sound Causes