Direct Stimulation of Areas Within the Motor Cortex Would Most

question 116

Multiple Choice

Direct stimulation of areas within the motor cortex would most likely result in

• A) feelings of anger.
• B) acceleration of heartbeat.
• C) a sensation of being touched on the arm.
• D) movement of the mouth and lips.

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