Two Regions That Are Thought to Play a Role in Skill

question 12

Multiple Choice

Two regions that are thought to play a role in skill learning are

• A) The caudate and putamen, neither of which occupies the basal ganglia
• B) The caudate and putamen, both of which occupy the basal ganglia
• C) The caudate, which occupies the basal ganglia, and the putamen, which does not
• D) The putamen, which occupies the basal ganglia, and the caudate, which does not

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Definitions:

Small Intestine

A long, coiled section of the digestive system where most digestion and absorption of nutrients and minerals from food occurs.

Duodenum

The first section of the small intestine, immediately beyond the stomach, that plays a critical role in digestion.

Jejunum

The middle section of the small intestine between the duodenum and ileum where the absorption of nutrients occurs.

Ileum

The final and longest segment of the small intestine, where absorption of nutrients and minerals is completed.