Impairments in controlled processing are characteristic of ___ syndrome,reflecting damage to the ___ cortex.
A) control deficit; prefrontal
B) control deficit; parietal
C) dysexecutive; prefrontal
D) dysexecutive; parietal

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The term "dysexecutive" refers to deficits in executive functioning, which includes controlled processing. The prefrontal cortex is known to play a major role in executive functions, such as planning, decision-making, and working memory. Therefore, option C, dysexecutive syndrome reflecting damage to the prefrontal cortex, is the best choice. Option A is incorrect because it confuses the term "control deficit" with "executive deficit." Option B and D are incorrect because although parietal cortex is involved in some aspects of controlled processing, it is not the primary region responsible for executive functioning.

Impairments in Controlled Processing Are Characteristic of ___ Syndrome,reflecting Damage