1. Do family and friends say you have a hearing problem?

2. Is it difficult to follow a conversation in a crowded room or restaurant?

3. Do some people seem to mumble or not speak clearly?

4. Do you frequently ask people to speak up or repeat themselves?

5. Is it difficult to hear a whisper?

6. Is it hard to understand speech when your back is to the speaker?

7. Is it difficult to hear when using the telephone?

8. Do others complain that you play the TV or radio too loudly?

9. Do you have a ringing in your ears?