Which statement is TRUE regarding the case of H.M. presented in the textbook?
A) The surgery to reduce his epileptic seizures destroyed his hypothalamus.
B) His brain lesions led to an inability to remember the faces of family members.
C) He was almost completely unable to learn new motor skills.
D) His memory for events prior to the surgery remained intact.

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H.M.'s memory for events prior to the surgery (specifically, up until a few years prior) remained intact, while his ability to form new long-term memories was severely impaired.

Which Statement Is TRUE Regarding the Case of H