A surgeon is probing an area of association cortex in your brain with a stimulation probe. Which of the following would you most likely experience?
A) a sense of being gently touched
B) swirls of color
C) a bright flash of light
D) nothing at all

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The association cortex is involved in complex processes such as thought, memory, and attention rather than direct sensory experiences or motor control. Stimulation of these areas typically does not produce simple sensory experiences like touches, colors, or flashes of light. Instead, it might not result in any noticeable sensation at all, hence the correct answer is "nothing at all."

A Surgeon Is Probing an Area of Association Cortex in Your