Joaquim Has Experienced a Relatively Severe Left Hemisphere Stroke

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Multiple Choice

Joaquim has experienced a relatively severe left hemisphere stroke.As a result,he has been diagnosed with an inability to identify faces and understand what is spoken to him.The location of his stroke is most likely within the:

• A) frontal lobe
• B) parietal lobe
• C) temporal lobe
• D) occipital lobe

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Definitions:

Sour Tastes

One of the basic tastes, characterized by the sensation of acidity and tanginess, often triggered by hydrogen ions in substances.

Basic Taste

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Savoury

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