If the Corpus Callosum Is Surgically Cut

question 47

Multiple Choice

If the corpus callosum is surgically cut,

• A)the two cerebral hemispheres operate independently.
• B)symptoms of the "disconnection syndrome" appear.
• C)objects touched by the left hand can be recognized but not verbally identified.
• D)conscious decisions are made without regard to sensations from the left side.
• E)All of the answers are correct.

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