AP Psychologymediummcq1 pt
The basilar membrane's location-based pitch coding supports
A.place theory
B.frequency theory
C.gate-control theory
D.trichromatic theory
Explanation
Core Concept
High frequencies peak at specific membrane positions; the brain reads WHERE the wave peaks as pitch.
Correct Answer
Aplace theory
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