According to frequency theory the basilar membrane:
A)is unable to transmit high-frequency sounds.
B)vibrates at three times the frequency of the sound wave.
C)vibrates at the same frequency as the sound wave.
D)is involved in the transmission of low-frequency sounds but not high-frequency sounds.

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According to frequency theory, the basilar membrane vibrates at the same frequency as the sound wave, allowing for the transmission of sound signals to the auditory nerve. This theory suggests that the frequency of the sound wave determines the rate of firing of the neurons in the auditory nerve, which is then interpreted by the brain as pitch.

According to Frequency Theory the Basilar Membrane