Interaural level differences are a cue to auditory localization because the _____.
A) person's head creates an acoustic shadow that prevents high-frequency sounds from reaching the far ear
B) person's head creates an acoustic shadow that prevents low-frequency sounds from reaching the far ear
C) medium through which the sound travels can be air, liquid, or solid
D) acoustic shadow is more likely to occur in an enclosed space than outdoors

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The person's head creates an acoustic shadow for high-frequency sounds, making them less likely to reach the ear that is farther from the sound source. This difference in sound level between the two ears helps in localizing the sound source.

Interaural Level Differences Are a Cue to Auditory Localization Because