Samson is a seven-year-old boy. He always gets poor grades in school. His language teacher complains that he does not remember anything that she teaches and he speaks in an incoherent manner. If Samson's condition is caused by brain damage, which part of the brain is his physician most likely to check first?
A) The cerebellum
B) The medulla
C) The cerebrum
D) The auditory cortex

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The cerebrum is responsible for cognitive functions such as memory, speech, and the ability to understand language. Damage to the cerebrum can lead to difficulties in these areas, which aligns with Samson's symptoms of poor memory and incoherent speech.

Samson Is a Seven-Year-Old Boy