Ventromedial prefrontal cortex involves ________ valuation, whereas dorsolateral prefrontal cortex involves more ________ valuation.
A)controlled; automatic
B)automatic; controlled
C)long-term; short-term
D)short-term; long-term

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The ventromedial prefrontal cortex is involved in automatic valuation, processing emotions and risk, and making quick, instinctive decisions. The dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, on the other hand, is involved in controlled valuation, managing more complex, rational decision-making processes that require planning and controlling impulses.

Ventromedial Prefrontal Cortex Involves ________ Valuation, Whereas Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex