Damage to the somatic motor association area of the frontal lobe would interfere with the ability to
A)understand written words.
B)understand spoken words.
C)understand visual images.
D)play the piano.
E)sense the texture of velvet.

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The somatic motor association area is responsible for the planning and execution of voluntary movements, including those required for playing musical instruments like the piano. Damage to this area could interfere with the ability to initiate and coordinate fine motor movements necessary for playing an instrument. Damage to other areas of the brain, such as the visual association area, would be more likely to affect the ability to understand visual images or texture perception.

Damage to the Somatic Motor Association Area of the Frontal