Which of the following statements is not true about the sense of hearing?
A) The amplitude of the sound wave determines the volume.
B) The frequency of the sound wave determines pitch.
C) High frequency sound waves cause the basilar membrane near the oval window to vibrate.
D) All of the above statements are true.

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All three statements are true about the sense of hearing. The amplitude of a sound wave determines its volume, the frequency of the sound wave determines its pitch, and high-frequency sound waves cause the basilar membrane near the oval window to vibrate.

Which of the Following Statements Is Not True About the Sense