Which theory of hearing states that the perception of pitch depends on the rate at which the entire basilar membrane vibrates

A)  place theory
B)  frequency theory 
C)  gate theory
D)  opponent process theory

Frequency Theory

A theory of hearing which suggests that the rate of nerve impulses traveling up the auditory nerve matches the frequency of a tone, enabling us to detect its pitch.

Basilar Membrane

A structure in the cochlea of the inner ear that vibrates in response to sound, helping to convert sound waves into neural signals.

Place Theory

A theory in hearing that suggests different areas of the cochlea are activated by different frequencies of sound, helping to explain pitch perception.