Presbycusis is
a. Difficulty in speech
b. Difficulty discriminating sounds
c. Difficulty in seeing near objects
d. An abnormal change for older adults
B
Presbycusis is a barrier to communication in individuals having difficulty discriminating sounds. It is a normal part of the aging process.
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