Which of the following subcortical areas is CORRECTLY paired with a description?
A) amygdala - important in movement and implicit memory
B) hippocampus - important for learning and memory
C) striatum - important for motivation and reward learning
D) nucleus accumbens - processes emotional stimuli

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The hippocampus is known to be important for learning and memory. The amygdala is involved in processing emotional stimuli, the striatum is important for motivation and reward learning, and the nucleus accumbens is associated with reinforcement and addiction.

Which of the Following Subcortical Areas Is CORRECTLY Paired with a Description