Since Her Auto Accident, Maria Seems to Have Problems Interacting

question 163

Multiple Choice

 Since her auto accident, Maria seems to have problems interacting with people. In fact, she sometimes doesn't seem to understand when people are angry or upset. She also never seems to be able to "get" jokes in spite of the fact that she is very intelligent. Given what you've learned in this chapter, what would you suggest might be going on with her?

• A) She may have an injury affecting her right hemisphere, which makes it difficult for her to understand other people's emotions.
• B) Her language function is now localized to her right hemisphere.
• C) She may have an injury affecting her left hemisphere, which makes her unable to understand other people.
• D) She may have damage to her cerebellum, which makes her unable to interpret emotions.

Recognize the role of technology, including the internet and GPS, in shaping contemporary society and globalization.

Identify the economic policies and their implications on U.S. and global economics during this period.

Evaluate the social and cultural shifts, including the debate on sexual harassment, the rise of telecommuting, and the culture wars.

Assess the impact of global events and figures on U.S. foreign policy and vice versa, including military interventions and counterterrorism efforts.

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Definitions:

Indifferent Gonad

The embryonic precursor to the sex glands, which develops into either ovaries or testes depending on genetic and hormonal influences.

Ovaries And Testes

The primary reproductive organs in females and males, responsible for producing eggs and sperm, respectively.

Mesoderm

The middle layer of an embryo in early development, from which the musculoskeletal, circulatory, and other systems develop.

Cultural Support

The aid or encouragement received from one's social and cultural environments, contributing to an individual's sense of belonging and identity.