Regarding hearing loss, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A)Sensorineural hearing loss can be overcome with a hearing aid, which makes sounds louder and clearer.
B)Some deaf children with implants learn to speak.
C)By the time one is 65 years old, more than 40 percent of auditory hair cells will be gone.
D)Brief exposure to 150 decibels may cause permanent hearing loss.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Sensorineural hearing loss involves damage to the inner ear or the nerve pathways from the inner ear to the brain, making it more complex than simply amplifying sounds. Hearing aids can help, but they do not "overcome" the condition as they cannot repair the inner ear damage or restore normal hearing.

Regarding Hearing Loss, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE