Brian is pulled over for drunk driving. The officer asks him to close his eyes, hold his arms out in front of him, and touch his two index fingers together. Brian fails miserably at this task. The alcohol has affected Brian's

A. sense of equilibrium.
B. common sense.
C. kinesthetic perception.
D. semicircular canals.


Answer: C

Psychology

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