Question

Phineas Gage tragically had a tamping iron propelled through his head. Both left and right sides of the prefrontal cortex were severely damaged. As a result of the accident, Phineas Gage ____.

a. died from his injuries.
b. suffered loss of his arms and legs.
c. lost his sense of hearing.
d. suffered a change in personality.
e. suffered complex seizures for the rest of his life.

Answer 1

Answer: Suffered a change in personality.

Explanation: Of all the options given, the most probable option that can be deduced from the question is a change in Personality.

A change in Personality can be defined as a significant and dramatic change in appearance, feelings, opinions etc.

Phineas Gage suffered a prefrontal cortex damage which is associated with a variety of complex behaviors, including planning, and greatly contributes to personality development.

As a result, his personality was changed SIGNIFICANTLY.