Which of the following defines hearing loss?
A. A normal part of the aging process
B. A loss of the ability to hear sounds at normal levels
C. Usually due to immobilization of the stapes
D. Not caused by cerumen impaction of the ear canal
E. Never the result of nerve damage
Answer: B
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