Abigail's Left Prefrontal Cortex Was Damaged as the Result of an Automobile

question 90

Multiple Choice

Abigail's left prefrontal cortex was damaged as the result of an automobile accident. As a result, her friends have noticed that she:

• A) can recognize them by voice but not by sight.
• B) has begun to experience excessive euphoria.
• C) seems to have lost her capacity for joy.
• D) "forgets" to be afraid in situations that should involve fear.

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