After sustaining brain damage, David had difficulty with his relationships, and he had conflict with people at work as well as with his family members and friends. What part of the brain did David damage?

A. occipital lobe
B. primary somatosensory cortex
C. prefrontal cortex
D. Broca's area


Answer: C

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