The Orbitofrontal Cortex

question 2

Multiple Choice

The orbitofrontal cortex

• A)lies within the prefrontal cortex.
• B)seems to provide executive control in weighing values of alternative choices.
• C)has connections with the amygdala and striatum.
• D)all of the above

Discuss the effects of education and income on health outcomes.

Understand the significance of health care systems in treating illness.

Explore the intersection of race, class, gender, and health.

Understand the basic processes involved in memory: encoding, storing, and retrieving information.

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