Ryan cannot recall a list of words that was read to him sixty minutes ago. Even when he is given multiple choices to choose from or clues about each word, he cannot recall the words. Most likely, Ryan's memory problem is caused by damage to what brain area?

A. Corpus callosum
B. Reticular formation
C. Broca's area
D. Hippocampus


Answer: D

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