Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A) Higher frequency sounds peak near the stapes while lower frequency sounds peak near the helicotrema.
B) Higher frequency sounds peak near the helicotrema while lower frequency sounds peak near the stapes.
C) Higher frequency sounds peak along the basilar membrane while lower frequency sounds peak along Reissner's membrane.
D) Higher frequency sounds peak along Reissner's membrane while lower frequency sounds peak along the basilar membrane.

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Higher frequency sounds peak near the stapes, and lower frequency sounds peak near the helicotrema, due to the mechanical properties of the basilar membrane within the cochlea.

Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE