Which Brain Area Within the Forebrain Has a Major Role

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which brain area within the forebrain has a major role in producing emotions and motivating behaviors, including rage, fear, sexual response, and laughter?

• A) somatosensory cortex
• B) endocrine system
• C) limbic system
• D) reticular activating system

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