When we're asked to read a passage of text out loud, many parts of the brain are required to recognize the letters, give them meaning, and translate them into speech. Even if each of these parts of the brain is intact, damage to parts of the brain that connect them, collectively referred to as ___________________, can make the process difficult or impossible.
A)the association cortex
B)the prefrontal cortex
C)Broca's area
D)Wernicke's area
E)somatosensory cortex

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The association cortex is involved in integrating different types of information from various brain regions, including those necessary for the complex process of reading aloud. This integration is crucial for recognizing letters, understanding their meaning, and translating them into speech. Damage to the association areas can disrupt this integration, making reading aloud difficult or impossible.

When We're Asked to Read a Passage of Text Out