After damage to his ______, Mantio is unable to recognize formerly-familiar landmarks in his hometown.
A) hypothalamus
B) medial superior temporal area
C) parahippocampal gyrus
D) superior temporal sulcus

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The parahippocampal gyrus is involved in spatial navigation, scene recognition, and memory, particularly for places and landmarks. Damage to this area can result in difficulty recognizing familiar landmarks. The other brain regions listed are not specifically involved in these functions.

After Damage to His ______, Mantio Is Unable to Recognize