Joella Was Rollerblading When a Cat Jumped Right in Front

question 15

Multiple Choice

Joella was rollerblading when a cat jumped right in front of her, causing her to trip and fall. When she fell, she partially landed on the front side of her head near her forehead. Shortly afterwards, Joella exhibited symptoms similar to that of Phineas Gage. Which lobe would have been most affected by this fall?

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

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Definitions:

Thematic Apperception Tests

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