Which of the following brain structures is NOT a key component of the limbic system?
A) the reticular formation
B) the amygdala
C) the hippocampus
D) the hypothalamus

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The reticular formation is not a key component of the limbic system, but rather a network of neurons found in the brainstem that is involved in regulating arousal and attention. The other three choices (B, C, and D) are all key components of the limbic system, which is involved in emotions, motivation, and memory.

Which of the Following Brain Structures Is NOT a Key