A unique aspect of the loss of function shown by Patient I.R. after aneurysm surgery involved her
a. inability to understand verbal and written instructions.
b. inability to perceive or produce music.
c. ability to recognize the emotional tone of a musical piece but not the melody.
d. apparently normal hearing.
e. inability to read sheet music.
Answer: e. inability to read sheet music.
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