Which of the Statements Concerning the Function of the Amygdala

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the statements concerning the function of the amygdala is correct?

• A)The amygdala functions in behavior awareness at the semiconscious level
• B)The amygdala functions to project into the limbic system an individual's status with respect to the surroundings and current thoughts
• C)The amygdala helps to pattern behavior appropriate for each occasion
• D)All of the above are correct

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Definitions:

Decision

The act or process of making a choice from a set of alternatives.

System I

A term often associated with fast, automatic, and intuitive thinking, as per dual-process theory in psychology.

System II

A cognitive unit or system in psychology that is responsible for deliberate, analytical, and effortful decision-making processes.

Confirmation Bias

The tendency to take evidence that’s consistent with your beliefs more seriously than evidence inconsistent with your beliefs.