It is particularly difficult to distinguish sounds that originate at
A) 3 and 9 o'clock (to either side of our bodies).
B) 12 and 6 o'clock (directly in front and behind us).
C) 12 and 3 or 6 o'clock.
D) 6 and 3 or 6 o'clock.

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This is because sounds coming from the front and back of us are processed differently by our ears and brain, making it easier to distinguish between them. On the other hand, sounds coming from the sides (choices A, C, and D) are processed similarly, which makes it more difficult to distinguish between them.

It Is Particularly Difficult to Distinguish Sounds That Originate at