Which Part of the Limbic System Provides a Primitive "Quick

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Multiple Choice

Which part of the limbic system provides a primitive "quick pathway" to the cortex when we are startled, so that we are able to react to dangerous stimuli before we fully know what is going on?

• A)hippocampus
• B)amygdala
• C)hypothalamus
• D)thalamus

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Definitions:

Attention

The cognitive process of selectively concentrating on a discrete aspect of information, whether deemed subjective or objective, while ignoring other perceivable information.

Retention

The ability to keep, hold, or maintain something in the mind over time, especially information and memories.

Latent Learning

Learning that occurs without obvious reinforcement and is not demonstrated until there is motivation to do so.

Unreinforced Learning

Learning that occurs without any specific feedback or reinforcement for responses or behaviors.