Hearing: practice question

A Physiology question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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Physiology · Hearing

Sample item

Which structure transduces sound in cochlea?

Original practice item, not a recalled exam question. Nothing here is recorded.

The answer and the reasoning

B. Organ of Corti

This item reviews Hearing; Organ of Corti is the best answer because it directly fits the anatomical or physiological relationship described.

Option by option

  • A. Tympanic membrane only

    Tympanic membrane only is not supported by the key finding.

  • B. Organ of Corti (correct)

    Correct. Organ of Corti matches the defining feature.

  • C. Ossicles only

    Ossicles only is plausible but is not the best answer.

  • D. Semicircular canal

    Semicircular canal does not match the stated relationship.

Source note: Original NextPrep sample item — pending expert review. This item is original practice material awaiting independent expert review, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.

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What is the answer to this Physiology question?

The best answer is B, Organ of Corti. This item reviews Hearing; Organ of Corti is the best answer because it directly fits the anatomical or physiological relationship described.

Why is "Tympanic membrane only" not the answer?

Tympanic membrane only is not supported by the key finding.

Why is "Ossicles only" not the answer?

Ossicles only is plausible but is not the best answer.

Why is "Semicircular canal" not the answer?

Semicircular canal does not match the stated relationship.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Hearing in Physiology. The correct option holds because: Correct. Organ of Corti matches the defining feature.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Hearing?

For each system, sketch the key graph (pressure–volume loop, oxygen dissociation curve, nephron handling) and explain it aloud. Then use the flashcards and the other Physiology questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.