Damage to the Caudate Nucleus/putamen in Rats Would Be Expected

question 57

Multiple Choice

Damage to the caudate nucleus/putamen in rats would be expected to

• A) impair the acquisition of a stimulus-response relationship.
• B) promote the formation of new motor memories.
• C) impair episodic memory.
• D) impair instrumental conditioning.
• E) impair spatial memory.

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Definitions:

Retroperitoneal

Behind the peritoneum.

Duodenum

The first section of the small intestine, following the stomach, where initial absorption of nutrients occurs.

Ascending Colon

Portion of the colon between the small intestine and the right colic flexure.

Falciform Ligament

Fold of peritoneum extending to the surface of the liver from the diaphragm and anterior abdominal wall.