Question

multiple choice question
__ pitched sounds activate the longer fibers near the tip of the basilar membrane, while __ pitched sounds activate the shorter fibers near the base of the membrane.
o low; high
o high; low

Explanation:

The basilar membrane has a unique structure - longer fibers near its tip are more responsive to low - pitched sounds, and shorter fibers near the base are more sensitive to high - pitched sounds due to the way sound waves travel and interact with the membrane.

Answer:

A. Low; high