Based on the content in the module, why do emotions influence our decisions?
A. Emotions often are related to unconscious conflicts, and it is these conflicts that influence the decisions we make.
B. Emotions create "neurological confusion" in our memory systems, which then disrupts decision making.
C. The forebrain, which makes decisions, does not have complete control over the limbic system.
D. Emotions release stress hormones that can influence our reasoning ability.
Answer: C
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