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A Structure Inherited from an Ancestor That No Longer Serves

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A structure inherited from an ancestor that no longer serves a function is a _______ structure.


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Prefrontal Cortex

The front part of the frontal lobe of the brain, involved in complex behaviors such as planning, decision making, and moderating social behavior.

Reasoning

The process of thinking about something in a logical way in order to form a conclusion or judgment.

Decision Making

The cognitive process of selecting a course of action from among multiple alternatives.

Cerebrum

The largest part of the brain, responsible for voluntary muscular activity, vision, speech, taste, hearing, thought, and memory.

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