Our inner ear is protected from very loud noises by
A) the tensor tympani stiffening the tympanic membrane.
B) the stapedius reducing movement of the stapes.
C) the tensory tympani stiffening the tympanic membrane and the stapedius reducing movement of the stapes.
D) cerumen in the auditory canal.
E) contraction of the auditory tube.
C
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