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Could the loss of 4% of the cerebral cortex cause the behavior changes noted in Phineas Gage?

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Yes

Step-by-step explanation:

The frontal lobe is the part of the brain that controls personality, decision-making and reasoning. It is a part of the cerebral cortex and the largest in composition.

Phineas Gage was involved in an accident in which a metal rod destroyed parts of his brain. This incident however brought about a drastic change in his behavior.

This incident helped to establish the relationship between the frontal lobe and behavioral patterns.

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User Sandeep PC
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