Which Area of the Brain Is Mainly Responsible for Fear

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which area of the brain is mainly responsible for fear and other emotions?

• A)pons
• B)amygdala
• C)reticular formation
• D)motor cortex
• E)cerebellum

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