Which Portion of the Cerebral Cortex Is Located Nearest the Top

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Multiple Choice

Which portion of the cerebral cortex is located nearest the top of the head just behind the frontal lobes?

• A) occipital lobes
• B) cerebellum
• C) parietal lobes
• D) limbic system

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