Which Hemisphere of the Cerebral Cortex Is Dominant in Language

question 157

Multiple Choice

Which hemisphere of the cerebral cortex is dominant in language tasks?

• A)front
• B)rear
• C)left
• D)right

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Definitions:

Cerebrum

The largest part of the brain, responsible for voluntary muscular activity, vision, speech, taste, hearing, thought, and memory.

Cauliflower

A type of vegetable known for its white, flower-like head that is eaten as food.

Visual Cortex

The part of the cerebral cortex that processes visual information, located in the occipital lobe of the brain.

Occipital Lobes

Lobes at the lower back part of the brain’s cerebral cortex; they contain areas that receive visual information.