The superior olivary nucleus

A. receives impulses from the vestibular nerve.
B. sends efferent impulses that inhibit all hair cells not vibrating maximally.
C. generates the endocochlear potential.
D. stimulates additional hair cells.
E. helps localize high-pitched tones near the apex of the basilar membrane.


Answer: B

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