The reason that hippocampus damage can interfere with forming new memories and yet not alter childhood memories is ______.
A. long-term memories are stronger and more difficult to disrupt
B. these types of memories are related to two different neurotransmitters within the hippocampus
C. these types of memories are located in different areas of the brain
D. none of these
Answer: C
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