The right hemisphere is responsible for extrapersonal space and the left hemisphere is responsible for an individual's own body. This means that:
A. damage to both hemispheres must be present for limb apraxia to occur.
B. damage to the left hemisphere causes apraxia in both hands.
C. damage to the right hemisphere causes apraxia in both hands.
D. damage to the left hemisphere causes contralateral apraxia.
Answer: B
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