Monique is not able to understand spoken language. If Monique's problem stems from damage to the cerebral cortex, the damage would MOST likely be in
A)Broca's area.
B)the cerebellum.
C)Wernicke's area.
D)the right parietal lobe.

Question

Monique is not able to understand spoken language. If Monique's problem stems from damage to the cerebral cortex, the damage would MOST likely be in ​
A)Broca's area.
B)the cerebellum.
C)Wernicke's area.
D)the right parietal lobe.

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Wernicke's area is responsible for the comprehension of speech. Damage to this area can result in an inability to understand spoken language, a condition known as Wernicke's aphasia.

Monique Is Not Able to Understand Spoken Language