Taylor had a stroke and lost her ability to produce speech. She was referred to a speech therapist who stated, "your brain has somehow learned not to talk, so we have to re-teach it how to talk." Is this an accurate description of the learning-related processes that occur in this type of situation?
A. Yes, any change in behavior, including speech, is considered new learning.
B. Yes, when basic functions are lost it is because new, incorrect learning has occurred.
C. No, basic functions such as speech are considered reflexes and not learned behavior.
D. No, behavior changes that occur as a result of acute illness are not considered learning.
Answer: D
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