The social and interpersonal deficits that individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience suggests __________ activation of the __________.
A. decreased; amygdala
B. decreased; fusiform face area
C. increased; amygdala
D. increased; fusiform face area
Answer: B
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