Which of the Following Words Best Explains Phantom Limb Pain

Question

Which of the following words best explains phantom limb pain?
A) Adaptation
B) Cerebral lateralization
C) Projection
D) Convergence

Accepted Answer

Phantom limb pain is the sensation of pain or discomfort experienced in a limb that has been amputated or is no longer there. It is believed to be caused by the brain's continued perception of the limb due to the neural connections that used to exist. This is known as "projection."