Which theory of pitch states that in frequencies from about 400 Hz to 4000 Hz, auditory neurons do not fire all at once but in rotation?
A) place theory
B) volley principle
C) frequency theory
D) rotational theory

Question

Which theory of pitch states that in frequencies from about 400 Hz to 4000 Hz, auditory neurons do not fire all at once but in rotation?
A) place theory 
B) volley principle 
C) frequency theory
D) rotational theory

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The volley principle states that in frequencies from about 400 Hz to 4000 Hz, auditory neurons do not fire all at once but in rotation, with different groups of neurons firing in a volley pattern to achieve a higher firing rate than each individual neuron could achieve on its own.

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