Auditory information becomes binaural once it reaches the:
A) inferior colliculus
B) superior olivary nucleus
C) medial geniculate nucleus
D) cochlear nucleus

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Binaural information refers to sound that has been processed by both ears. This occurs at the superior olivary nucleus in the brainstem, where inputs from both ears are combined and processed before being sent to other areas of the brain for further processing. Therefore, the correct choice is B (superior olivary nucleus).

Auditory Information Becomes Binaural Once It Reaches The