Luke is learning to play the guitar. Recent research suggests that the organization of Luke's somatosensory cortex may change to allow more of the neurons there to respond to touch. Which lobe of Luke's cerebral cortex contains the somatosensory cortex?

A. Frontal
B. Parietal
C. Temporal
D. Occipital


Answer: B

Psychology

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