Which of the following is true regarding the primary sensory cortices?
A)There is a specific cortical region dedicated to processing information from each sensory modality.
B)Each region of the cortex responds preferentially to a particular type of stimulus.
C)Neighboring cortical regions respond to similar stimuli.
D)All of the answers are true.

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All of the answers are true. Each primary sensory cortex is dedicated to processing information from a specific sensory modality, and each region of the cortex responds more strongly to stimuli of a particular type. Neighboring cortical regions respond to similar stimuli, demonstrating a topographical organization in the cortex.

Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Primary Sensory