From sentences A-G below, choose the most appropriate combination to complete the paragraph.

Research continues and new developments are constantly being made in the field of hearing loss. There were three new procedures and four new drugs developed and approved for the consumer market last year. ( 1 ) ( 2 ) Like other aids, it converts sound into vibrations. ( 3 ) This produces a clearer sound. The new device will not help all hearing-impairing people, but only those with a hearing loss caused by infection or some other problem in the middle ear. ( 4 ) ( 5 ) Those who are interested in trying out the new hearing device should assess their situation and speak to their health provider. ( 6 )

• A. As an example, a new hearing device became available in 2012 for some hearing-impaired people.
• B. However, unlike other aids, it is unique in that it can transmit the vibrations directly to the magnet and then to the inner ear.
• C. Due to this limitation, it will probably help no more than 20 percent of all people with hearing problems.
• D. Hearing impairment is one of the top six issues in science today.
• E. In the future, hopefully a solution can be found for a higher percentage of hearing-impaired people.
• F. This device uses a magnet to hold the detachable sound-processing portion in place.
• G. Those 20 percent of people who have persistent ear infections, however, should find relief and restored hearing with the new device.

• 9. ( 1 )-( 2 )-( 3 )
  • a. A-B-F
  • b. A-F-B
  • c. D-A-C
  • d. D-C-A
• 10. ( 4 )-( 5 )-( 6 )
  • a. C-E-G
  • b. C-G-E
  • c. E-C-D
  • d. E-G-A
• 11. Which of the following is true?
  • a. People with hearing loss that is not caused by infection or middle ear problems use the new hearing aid.
  • b. The magnet vibrates and sends sound to the brain.
  • c. The new hearing aid will be released in 2013.
  • d. Twenty percent of hearing-impaired people can have their hearing restored by the new hearing aid.