Why do individuals with prefrontal cortex damage often make bad decisions?

A. They can't understand complexly worded questions.
B. They don't anticipate the unpleasantness of likely outcomes.
C. They conform readily to whatever other people are doing.
D. They can't predict the consequences of one decision or another.


Answer: B

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What will be an ideal response?

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