Question

A person will most likely develop aphasia as a result of damage to which parts of the brain?

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is Broca's area or Wernicke's area.

Explanation:

Aphasia refers to a language disorder, which arises due to the destruction of the parts of the brain, which are accountable for language. Aphasia generally causes due to the destruction of Wernicke's area or Broca's area. For the majority of the individuals, these are the sections of the brain's left hemisphere.  

The condition known as aphasia generally takes place suddenly, usually as the outcome of a head injury or stroke, however, it can also arise gradually, in the individuals suffering from a brain tumor. The disorder hampers both the comprehension and expression of language and at the same time the tendency to read and write.