alleryOssicles become fixed; cochlea and eardrum stay intact. What is reduced?
ASound collection outside
BVibration transfer inward
CEustachian tube patency
DAuditory conduction speed
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Vibration transfer inward
Fixed ossicles cannot efficiently transmit eardrum vibration to the oval window and inner-ear fluid.
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