By 
Ted Altschuler
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TED-Ed Original

The great brain debate

Throughout history scientists have proposed conflicting ideas on how the brain carries out functions like perception memory and movement. Is each of these tasks carried out by a specific area of the brain? Or do multiple areas work together to accomplish them? Ted Altschuler investigates both sides of the debate.

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