When Phineas Gage had a metal rod driven into his frontal lobe, or when someone had a frontal lobotomy, they would
A) lose the ability to reason.
B) lose all short-term memory.
C) have greatly altered emotional responses.
D) lose all long-term memory.
E) lose their sense of balance.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Damage to the frontal lobe can result in altered emotional responses, such as decreased empathy or difficulty regulating emotions. Phineas Gage experienced personality changes after his accident and those who underwent frontal lobotomies often experienced flattened emotions. The other options are not typically associated with damage to the frontal lobe.

When Phineas Gage Had a Metal Rod Driven into His