Which of the following is considered part of the basal ganglia?
A)amygdala
B)thalamus
C)putamen
D)hippocampus

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The putamen is one of the major structures in the basal ganglia, which is responsible for motor control and procedural learning. The amygdala is involved in emotional processing, the thalamus is a relay center for sensory information, and the hippocampus is important for memory formation, but none of these structures are considered part of the basal ganglia.

Which of the Following Is Considered Part of the Basal