Deanne Can See and Recognize Objects,but She Seems to Be

question 211

Multiple Choice

Deanne can see and recognize objects,but she seems to be unable to reach out and grasp them appropriately.She often knocks over cups and drops pencils because she doesn't orient her hand to grip them.If this problem is related to brain damage to the perceptual system,which area is most likely to be damaged

• A) ventral stream 
• B) dorsal stream 
• C) primary visual cortex 
• D) superior colliculus

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Definitions:

Synaptic Activity

The process by which neurons communicate with each other through the release and reception of neurotransmitters across synapses.

Electroencephalogram (EEG)

A recording of neural activity detected by electrodes.

Electrodes

Conductive materials that are used to make electrical contact with a nonmetallic part of a circuit, such as the human body.

Brain-Wave Recording

The process of measuring and recording the electrical activity of the brain, typically using electroencephalography (EEG).