Korbinian Brodmann's system for dividing the cerebral cortex into 52 areas is based on
A) divisions of the surface by sulci and fissures
B) regular units covering one square inch.
C) the function of the underlying cortex of each area.
D) the distribution of cell bodies in the six layers of cortex.

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Korbinian Brodmann's system is based on the distribution of cell bodies in the six layers of cortex, making choice D the correct one. Brodmann identified 52 different areas based on the differences in the cellular organization and cytoarchitectonic features of each area, rather than surface divisions or regular units.

Korbinian Brodmann's System for Dividing the Cerebral Cortex into 52