Gil is reading a dry,literal technical manual.Faye is reading a lyrical poem filled with figurative language.Which of the following statements best describes the brain hemisphere activation of these two individuals?
A) Gil's left hemisphere is active. Faye's right hemisphere is active.
B) The two hemispheres are equally active in both Gil and Faye.
C) Only the left hemisphere is active in both Gil and Faye.
D) Gil's right hemisphere is active. Faye's left hemisphere is active.

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Gil's reading of a technical manual, which requires logical and analytical thinking, primarily activates the left hemisphere of the brain. Faye's reading of a lyrical poem, which involves creativity and the interpretation of figurative language, primarily activates the right hemisphere.

Gil Is Reading a Dry,literal Technical Manual