The Study of Neural Influences on Aggression Has Indicated That

question 40

Multiple Choice

The study of neural influences on aggression has indicated that:

• A)one specific region of the brain controls aggression.
• B)activating the amygdala can facilitate aggressive outbursts in humans.
• C)activating the occipital lobe can cause a tyrant monkey to become docile.
• D)activating the frontal lobe can trigger aggressive behavior.

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