After a stroke,a patient appears to understand words spoken to him by nodding or following basic commands,but the patient has lost the ability to produce spoken language.What is a possible explanation for these symptoms?
A)damage to the auditory cortex
B)damage to Broca's area
C)damage to Wernicke's area
D)damage to the motor cortex

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Damage to Broca's area, which is responsible for the production of speech, can result in the loss of the ability to speak but preserved ability to understand spoken language. This condition is called expressive or Broca's aphasia. The patient may be able to follow basic commands and nod in response to questions, but they are unable to produce coherent verbal responses.

After a Stroke,a Patient Appears to Understand Words Spoken to Him