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What is the purpose of the Speech banana graph mentioned in the text?
What is the purpose of the Speech banana graph mentioned in the text?
- To show different types of hearing aids
- To indicate the impact of hearing loss on individuals
- To depict what can be heard at different hearing levels (correct)
- To display different styles of hearing aid
Which component of a hearing aid converts acoustic signals to electric signals?
Which component of a hearing aid converts acoustic signals to electric signals?
- Microphone (correct)
- Receiver
- Amplifier
- Body worn
What is a characteristic of analogue hearing aids as mentioned in the text?
What is a characteristic of analogue hearing aids as mentioned in the text?
- Digital signal conversion
- Non-linear amplification
- Control of what sounds to tune out
- Limited manipulation and sound directionality (correct)
Why are behind the ear hearing aids necessary according to the text?
Why are behind the ear hearing aids necessary according to the text?
What is a key difference between linear amplification and non-linear amplification as per the text?
What is a key difference between linear amplification and non-linear amplification as per the text?
When did digital hearing aids start being available in the NHS according to the text?
When did digital hearing aids start being available in the NHS according to the text?
What is the main difference between Partially Hearing Units (PHU) and Deaf Bases?
What is the main difference between Partially Hearing Units (PHU) and Deaf Bases?
What is one advantage of attending a Deaf school?
What is one advantage of attending a Deaf school?
Which type of school may have smaller class sizes, usually with around 10 students per class?
Which type of school may have smaller class sizes, usually with around 10 students per class?
What is the main focus of Oralism education for deaf children?
What is the main focus of Oralism education for deaf children?
What is the key feature of Cued Speech in helping individuals with hearing difficulties understand language and literacy?
What is the key feature of Cued Speech in helping individuals with hearing difficulties understand language and literacy?
What distinguishes Signed Supported English (SSE) from British Sign Language (BSL)?
What distinguishes Signed Supported English (SSE) from British Sign Language (BSL)?
