According to the _____ theory of hearing, high tones cause the greatest movement near the _____ of the cochlea.
A)place; outer tip
B)frequency; outer tip
C)place; base
D)frequency; base

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The place theory of hearing suggests that each different frequency of sound wave activates different parts, or places, along the basilar membrane of the cochlea. High tones are registered near the base of the cochlea, and lower tones register towards the apex. Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

According to the _____ Theory of Hearing, High Tones Cause