Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Amygdala Is TRUE

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the amygdala is TRUE?

• A)It is the seat of emotions.
• B)It is part of the limbic system.
• C)It matures much earlier than the prefrontal cortex.
• D)All of these choices are correct.

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Foramen Magnum

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Human Skull

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Spinal Cord

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