In a laboratory setting, a rat has experienced shock each time it has been placed inside Chamber A. Over time, the rat shows a fear response as soon as it is placed in the chamber
After the destruction of the ____________ of the amygdala, the animal no longer shows a fear response when placed in the chamber.
a. central nucleus
b. lateral nucleus
c. basal nucleus
d. dorsal nucleus
e. medial nucleus
Answer: a. central nucleus
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