Multiple Choice
The primary purpose of the middle ear bony structures (maleus, incus and stapes) is to
A) equalize pressure in the middle ear.
B) amplify the vibration as it conducts to the cochlea.
C) dampen the vibration as it conducts to the cochlea.
D) transmit otitis media to the cochlea.
E) transduce the sound waves into vibration.
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