To pinpoint the location of a tumor,a neurosurgeon electrically stimulated parts of the patient's sensory cortex. If the patient was conscious during the procedure,which of the following was probably experienced?

A) "hearing" faint sounds
B) "seeing" random visual patterns
C) movement of the arms or legs
D) a sense of having the skin touched

Sensory Cortex

The part of the brain responsible for processing sensory information from various parts of the body, allowing for perception and response to environmental stimuli.

Neurosurgeon

A medical specialist who performs surgery on the brain, spinal cord, and other parts of the nervous system.

Tumor

An abnormal growth of cells that can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).