Asked by kayla harrison on May 15, 2024
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If the Broca area is damaged, the result is
A) loss of memory.
B) impairment in the movement of the right leg.
C) blindness.
D) hesitant and distorted speech.
E) inability to think of things to say.
Broca Area
A region of the frontal lobe in the brain associated with language processing, speech production, and comprehension.
Distorted Speech
A modification of speech sounds that renders them unclear or unintelligible, often resulting from neurological disorders, hearing impairment, or environmental factors.
- Recognize the impact of damage to specific brain areas on speech, movement, and sensory perception.
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Kevin ArfstenMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The Broca area, located in the frontal lobe of the brain, is responsible for speech production. Damage to this area results in Broca's aphasia, characterized by hesitant and distorted speech, but does not typically affect memory, leg movement, vision, or the generation of ideas.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the impact of damage to specific brain areas on speech, movement, and sensory perception.