Which of the following is true regarding the functions performed by the left and right hemispheres?
a. The left hemisphere is adept at the analysis of information.
b. The right hemisphere is adept at the serial analysis of information.
c. The right hemisphere is adept at the analysis of information.
d. The left hemisphere is adept in the synthesis of information.
e. The two hemispheres perform identical functions.
Answer: a. The left hemisphere is adept at the analysis of information.
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