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When you are experiencing fear or aggression, which part of the brain is activated?

A. Amygdala
B. Cerebral cortex
C. Hindbrain
D. Pons​

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User Tismon Varghese
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Answer: A. Amygdala

Explanation: The fear response starts in a region of the brain called the amygdala. This almond-shaped set of nuclei in the temporal lobe of the brain is dedicated to detecting the emotional salience of the stimuli – how much something stands out to us.

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