Which of the following brain areas receives sensory information very directly and quickly, bypassing the cortex and allowing persons to respond to potential danger before they really know what's happening?
A)somatosensory area
B)pons
C)corpus callosum
D)amygdala

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The amygdala plays a key role in processing emotions and is involved in how we respond to potential threats. It receives sensory information directly, enabling quick responses to danger before the cortex processes the details, allowing for rapid reactions to potentially threatening situations.

Which of the Following Brain Areas Receives Sensory Information Very