Jose has lost his ability to speak following a stroke, although he is still able to understand words spoken to him. Damage was most likely to
A)the occipital lobe.
B)Broca's area.
C)Wernicke's area.
D)the limbic system.

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Broca's area is responsible for speech production. Damage to this area can result in the inability to speak while still understanding language, which matches Jose's symptoms.

Jose Has Lost His Ability to Speak Following a Stroke