What Role Do Researchers Hypothesize That the Hypothalamus and Amygdala

question 63

Multiple Choice

What role do researchers hypothesize that the hypothalamus and amygdala play in eating?

• A)evaluating pleasantness and strength of flavors
• B)analysis of the affective properties of flavors
• C)separating complex flavors into individual components
• D)judging whether a food is rotten or otherwise unsafe to eat

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