Which of the following statements is FALSE?

A) Damage to the primary (somatic) motor cortex results in the loss of both voluntary muscle control and all reflexive contractions.
B) Damage to the premotor cortex results in loss of motor skills programmed in that area but movement is still possible.
C) Damage to the visual association area can result in blindness.
D) Damage to the primary auditory cortex results in the inability to interpret pitch, loudness, and location.


Answer: A) Damage to the primary (somatic) motor cortex results in the loss of both voluntary muscle control and all reflexive contractions.

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