Which Statement About the Basilar Membrane Is False

Which statement about the basilar membrane is false?

A) Low-frequency pressure waves result in maximal flexion of the apical end of the basilar membrane.
B) Pressure waves that differ in frequency flex the basilar membrane at different locations and activate different sets of hair cells.
C) The basilar membrane varies in width and stiffness along its length.
D) High-frequency pressure waves result in maximal flexion of the basal end of the basilar membrane.
E) Flexion of the basilar membrane bends stereocilia in the overlying vestibular membrane.