Alphonse Suffered a Stroke, Resulting in a Lesion in His

question 13

Multiple Choice

Alphonse suffered a stroke, resulting in a lesion in his temporal lobe. Which of Alphonse's perceptual or cognitive functions is MOST likely impaired?

• A)motor coordination
• B)decision-making
• C)hearing
• D)vision

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Definitions:

Competition of Motives

a concept in psychology where multiple drives or motives within an individual compete for expression, affecting behavior and decision-making.

Anticipatory Pain

The expectation or fear of pain that can occur before an actual painful stimulus is experienced.

Avoidance Behavior

Actions taken to prevent or evade a perceived negative outcome or noxious stimulus.

Escape Behavior

An action taken to terminate an ongoing, unpleasant, aversive stimulus.