Which of the following experiences is INCORRECTLY matched with an associated brain area?
A) Wanting-orbital frontal cortex
B) Liking-ventromedial cortex
C) Pain-anterior cingulate cortex
D) Hunger-lateral hypothalamus

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The orbital frontal cortex is more closely associated with decision-making and evaluating rewards rather than the simplistic notion of "wanting." "Wanting" in the context of craving or desire is more accurately associated with structures like the nucleus accumbens and related dopaminergic pathways.

Which of the Following Experiences Is INCORRECTLY Matched with an Associated