Hearing loss that occurs as a function of age is called
A) presbyopia.
B) presbycusis.
C) aural ataxia.
D) anosmia.

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Presbycusis is the term used to describe age-related hearing loss. Presbyopia (A) is age-related difficulty in focusing on near objects. Aural ataxia (C) refers to a lack of coordination between auditory and motor systems, leading to difficulty with speech and other motor tasks. Anosmia (D) is the loss of the sense of smell.

Hearing Loss That Occurs as a Function of Age Is