The Reward Circuit of the Brain Involves Neurons Originating in The

question 16

Multiple Choice

The reward circuit of the brain involves neurons originating in the:

• A)nucleus accumbens (NAc).
• B)ventral tegmental area (VTA).
• C)amygdala.
• D)hippocampus.

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