Research Indicates That the Amygdala of Shy Infants ________ When

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Multiple Choice

Research indicates that the amygdala of shy infants ________ when presented with a novel stimulus or situation.

• A) underreacts
• B) overreacts
• C) reacts normally
• D) fails to react

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