If a person had damage to the prefrontal cortex in a motor accident, which of the following is NOT likely to result?
A) loss of spontaneity
B) loss of intelligence
C) inability to plan
D) perseveration
E) loss of self-awareness and emotion

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Loss of intelligence is not directly associated with damage to the prefrontal cortex. The prefrontal cortex is primarily involved in executive functions such as planning, decision-making, problem-solving, self-control, and acting with long-term goals in mind, rather than intelligence itself.

If a Person Had Damage to the Prefrontal Cortex in a Motor