What is the function of the Eustachian tube?
- ATo protect the inner ear from loud sounds.
- BTo equalize the pressure on either side of the eardrum.
- CTo transmit sound vibrations to the inner ear.
- DTo produce earwax for cleaning the ear canal.
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