The superior olivary nucleus
A. generates the endocochlear potential.
B. receives impulses from the vestibular nerve.
C. helps localize high-pitched tones near the apex of the basilar membrane.
D. sends efferent impulses that inhibit all hair cells not vibrating maximally.
E. stimulates additional hair cells.
D
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What will be an ideal response?
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