Monte got really drunk at the homecoming keg party. After the football player spilled a beer on his girlfriend, Monte started to pick a fight with him—even though Monte was half his size! The fight didn't last long, because as Monte wound up to throw a punch, he lost his balance and fell over. Which of the following played a key role in Monte's behavior?
A. GABA and the brain stem
B. Adenosine and the cerebral cortex
C. The brain stem and cerebral cortex
D. GABA and adenosine
Answer: A
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