Which brain structure is hypothesized to underlie age-related changes in the evaluation of persuasive messages because it undergoes more dramatic change during aging than many other brain structures?

A. Hippocampus
B. Amygdala
C. Prefrontal cortex
D. Anterior cingulate cortex


Answer: C

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