If its amygdala is removed, a monkey:
A) loses the ability to encode new long-term memories.
B) loses its fear of snakes and other natural predators.
C) has complete amnesia for previously learned classically conditioned responses.
D) shows the classic symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

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The amygdala is responsible for processing emotions, including fear. If it is removed, the monkey would lose its fear response to natural predators like snakes. The other choices are not associated with amygdala function.

If Its Amygdala Is Removed, a Monkey