The alternative pathway for sound that bypasses the external and middle ears is called bone ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

conduction

Bone conduction provides an alternative pathway for sound by conducting the sound waves directly through the bones of the skull to the inner ear.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Upper airway noises caused by a partial obstruction of the airway are known as:

A) rhonchi. B) wheezes. C) stridor. D) snoring.

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