In the context of emotion,when information about fear is conveyed through the direct brain pathway,it moves from the thalamus to the
A)motor cortex.
B)amygdala.
C)sensory cortex.
D)medulla oblongata.

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The direct brain pathway for fear goes from the sensory organs to the thalamus, and then directly to the amygdala. The amygdala is involved in processing emotions, including fear. Therefore, the correct answer is B) amygdala.

In the Context of Emotion,when Information About Fear Is Conveyed