Fighting the freeway traffic,Eli's remarks are studded with vivid expletives.Based on research described in your text,you suspect that Eli's ___ is highly active.
A) auditory association cortex
B) prefrontal cortex
C) amygdala
D) motor association cortex

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The amygdala is an area in the brain associated with emotional processing, particularly fear and anxiety. Eli's use of vivid expletives while fighting through traffic suggests that he may be experiencing high levels of stress and anxiety, which could activate his amygdala.

Fighting the Freeway Traffic,Eli's Remarks Are Studded with Vivid Expletives