Surgery Sudden loud sound is more likely to damage the cochlea than prolonged sounds because A Basilar fibers are sensitive to sudden sounds but adapt to prolonged sounds B A sudden sound carries more energy C Tympanic membrane becomes flaccid during prolonged loud sounds D There is a latent period before the attenuation reflex can occur 💡 Explanation Sudden loud sound is more likely to damage the cochlea than prolonged sounds because ✓ Correct Answer: D. There is a latent period before the attenuation reflex can occur