Martin Has Recently Had a Brain Imaging Test Done,and It

question 146

Multiple Choice

Martin has recently had a brain imaging test done,and it has revealed atrophy in the prefrontal lobe of his cerebral cortex.Which of the following types of memory would be most likely to be deficient as a result of this physiological decline?

• A)working memory
• B)sensory memory
• C)implicit memory
• D)semantic memory

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Definitions:

Nasal Septum

The cartilage and bone that divides the nasal cavity into two nostrils, which can be deviated or straight.

Speculum

A medical instrument used to dilate an orifice or cavity for examination purposes, such as during a gynecological exam.

Otoscope

A medical device used to look into the ears, allowing for the examination of the ear canal and tympanic membrane.

Gingival Margin

The edge of the gum tissue that surrounds the teeth, marking the boundary between the crown of the tooth and the beginning of the gum.