If a person hears a tone of 300 Hz, three groups of neurons take turns sending the message to the brain-the first group for the first 100 Hz, the second group for the next 100 Hz, and a third for the next 100 Hz. This principle is known as the ________.
A) place theory
B) volley theory
C) frequency theory
D) rotational theory

Question

If a person hears a tone of 300 Hz, three groups of neurons take turns sending the message to the brain-the first group for the first 100 Hz, the second group for the next 100 Hz, and a third for the next 100 Hz. This principle is known as the ________.
A) place theory 
B) volley theory 
C) frequency theory
D) rotational theory

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The description of three groups of neurons taking turns firing in response to a tone of 300 Hz is best explained by the volley theory, which proposes that groups of neurons alternate firing to achieve the perception of frequencies beyond the firing rate of individual neurons. The place theory and frequency theory relate to different aspects of auditory perception and do not involve the alternation of neuron firing. The rotational theory is not a recognized theory in auditory perception.

If a Person Hears a Tone of 300 Hz, Three