Which of the Following Would Be the Most Difficult for the Famous

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be the most difficult for the famous patient H.M. and other patients with medial temporal lobe removal?

• A)reading a string of numbers written on a piece of paper
• B)remembering a series of seven numbers for 20 seconds
• C)learning the words for numbers in a foreign language
• D)improving in the ability to write numbers with the nondominant hand

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Definitions:

Speech

The expression of or the ability to express thoughts and feelings by articulate sounds.

Mirror Neurons

Neurons that fire both when an individual acts and when the individual observes the same action performed by another, thought to be involved in understanding others' actions, imitation learning, and empathy.

Ethical Judgments

The process of evaluating the morality of actions or decisions, often based on societal norms, personal values, or ethical theories.

Visual Recognition Memory

The ability to remember and recognize previously seen objects or individuals.