The Most Likely Result of an Amygdala Lesion in the Most

question 22

Multiple Choice

The most likely result of an amygdala lesion in the most dominant monkey in a group would be:

• A) increased aggression.
• B) lack of any emotions.
• C) avoidance of all socialization.
• D) lowered social status in the hierarchy.

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