Laurie had a stroke that damaged part of her brain. In the weeks following the stroke, her family reported that she had difficulty following through on tasks - they would find that she would go grocery shopping but then leave half the groceries out on the counter to rot. In addition, instead of completing tasks that she used to handle around the house, she would sit and play video games for hours each day. What part of the brain was likely impacted by the stroke?

A. occipital lobe
B. pineal gland
C. frontal lobe
D. Broca's area


Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Explain the onion theory of communication

What will be an ideal response?

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