Which statement most accurately describes what is going on in the brain when you are engaged in an everyday activity?
a. Each activity is associated with only one lobe.
b. For most activities, only the frontal lobes are active.
c. Although the brain operates as a whole, some functions are associated with specific areas.
d. The brain operates as a unit, and no single area is necessary for any specific function.
Answer: c. Although the brain operates as a whole, some functions are associated with specific areas.
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