Suppose a right-handed split-brain patient is blindfolded and handed a key, which he holds in his left hand. What would he say when asked what he has in his hand?

a) He would say "key."
b) He would deny having anything in his hand.
c) He would understand the question but could not say what he had in his hand.
d) He would be unable to comprehend the question and thus would not respond.


ANS: c

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