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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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Regarding stapedial reflex which of the following is true:
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The correct answer is  (b) It is a protective reflex against loud sound(Ref. Cummings, 6th ed., 2055)Whenever there is a loud sound 70-100dB above the hearing threshold of a person, the Stapedial reflex gets activated and protects the inner ear from noise trauma. It is a bilateral reflex.