Aphasias are most commonly seen following blockage of the _____ cerebral artery.
A) right-posterior
B) left-anterior
C) left-middle
D) right-middle

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The left-middle cerebral artery supplies blood to the language areas of the brain in most people, including Broca's area (which controls the production of speech) and Wernicke's area (which controls the comprehension of language). Blockage of this artery can lead to a range of aphasias, including Broca's aphasia (difficulty speaking) and Wernicke's aphasia (difficulty understanding language).

Aphasias Are Most Commonly Seen Following Blockage of the _____