Bert Has Sustained Damage to a Part of His Left

question 2

Multiple Choice

Bert has sustained damage to a part of his left temporal lobe, which is important for language production. Which of the following problems would we expect to see if Bert were given a WM test?

• A) He would not be able to memorize visual shapes.
• B) He would have difficulty rehearsing items with verbal labels.
• C) His WM would be entirely nonexistent.
• D) No WM problems would be observed.

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Definitions:

Openness

The willingness to share ideas and information freely, and to be receptive to new experiences and diverse perspectives.

Minimize Distractions

Efforts made to reduce or eliminate factors that divert attention from the task at hand.

Short Text Messages

Brief written messages, typically sent via mobile phones or online platforms, used for quick communication.

Interruptions

Unplanned or unexpected disturbances that break the continuity of an activity or conversation.