Higher-frequency sounds produce maximal distortion of the basilar membrane
a. near the stapes.
b. at the apical end of the membrane.
c. farthest from the stapes.
d. farthest from the basal end of the membrane.
e. nearest the tympanic membrane.
Answer: a. near the stapes.
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