Asked by Khushi Masson on May 30, 2024
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Following partial recovery from a severe stroke,Mr.Yanagita has learned how to ride a horse.However,he cannot consciously remember that he has learned to do this.It is likely that he has suffered damage to his
A) cerebellum.
B) hypothalamus.
C) hippocampus.
D) basal ganglia.
Procedural Memory
A type of long-term memory that involves the memory of how to perform different actions and skills, essentially the memory of motor skills.
Conscious Remember
The active process of recalling information or experiences that one is aware of and can articulate.
Hippocampus
A major component of the brain involved in memory formation and spatial navigation.
- Comprehend the contrast between implicit and explicit memory structures.
Verified Answer
BA
BURHAN ALI YILMAZJun 06, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The hippocampus is responsible for forming new memories and consolidating them into long-term memory. Mr. Yanagita's inability to consciously remember learning how to ride a horse suggests a problem with his hippocampus, as he is able to perform the task but cannot remember the learning process.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the contrast between implicit and explicit memory structures.
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