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A 50-year-old man presents with unilateral tinnitus and gradual hearing loss in his right ear over the past year.

A 50-year-old man presents with unilateral tinnitus and gradual hearing loss in his right ear over the past year. He has no history of ear infections or noise exposure. Recently, he has noticed occasional dizziness but no headaches or facial numbness. His physical exam reveals no abnormalities apart from a decreased hearing acuity in the right ear.

Which investigation is most likely to confirm the diagnosis?

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