Human Anatomy & Physiology (2nd Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134553511
Author: Erin C. Amerman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 12, Problem 22CYR
The part of the brain responsible for the production of language is known as:
a. Wernicke’s area.
b. the prefrontal cortex.
c. the auditory association area.
d. Broca’s area.
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