The right hemispheres of most split-brain patients
A) have no language abilities.
B) have more language abilities than the left hemispheres.
C) have language abilities equivalent to those of the left hemispheres.
D) can understand many spoken or written words and simple sentences.
E) none of the above

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While the left hemisphere is generally considered to be the dominant language hemisphere in most individuals, studies have shown that the right hemisphere of split-brain patients can understand many spoken or written words and simple sentences. However, the right hemisphere typically lacks the ability to produce language in a meaningful way.

The Right Hemispheres of Most Split-Brain Patients