During a mugging, a person experiences an extreme level of fear. What portion of the limbic system is responsible for this and other emotional states?
A) Cingulate gyrus
B) Amygdaloid body
C) Fornix
D) Mammillary bodies
E) Hippocampus

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The amygdaloid body, or amygdala, is primarily responsible for processing emotions such as fear and aggression.

During a Mugging, a Person Experiences an Extreme Level of Fear