Imagine That You Believe That Increased Neural Activity in the Human

question 68

Multiple Choice

Imagine that you believe that increased neural activity in the human limbic system produces increases in aggressive behavior. Which of the following findings would not provide support for your theory?

• A) The limbic system is stimulated electrically and aggression increases.
• B) Portions of the limbic system are destroyed and aggression increases.
• C) A depressant drug is administered to an area of the brain that inhibits the limbic system and aggression increases.
• D) An area of the brain that inhibits the limbic system is destroyed and aggression increases.

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Definitions:

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