Which cable to connect macbook pro to tv

WHich cable would I need to connect my macbbok pro to my 5 yr old panasonic viera tv - not HD but has HD ports. Hopefully to get audio without extra speakers.

I suggest a HDMI to HDMI cable since your MBP has a HDMI port.  This would be the simplest option.
Here is an example (not an endorsement):
http://www.monoprice.com/Product?c_id=102&cp_id=10240&cs_id=1024008&p_id=3871&se q=1&format=2
Ciao.

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