The _______________ theory states that how we perceive pitch is based on the location along the basilar membrane that sound stimulates
A) frequency
B) opponent process
C) place
D) volley
Answer: C
Rationale: Not all hair cells along the basilar membrane are equally responsive to sounds within the 20-20,000 Hz range of human hearing. High frequency sounds stimulate hair cells closest to the ossicles, and lower frequency sounds stimulate hair cells toward the end of the cochlea. According to the place theory of hearing, the brain can use this information to determine the frequency of sounds.
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