AP PSYCHOLOGY

BIOLOGICAL BASES OF BEHAVIOR

THE NERVOUS AND ENDOCRINE SYSTEMS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which region of the brain allows for learning, decision making, memory and personality?
A
Cerebrum
B
Cerebellum
C
Brainstem
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Collectively, your cerebral cortex is responsible for the higher-level processes of the human brain, including language, memory, reasoning, thought, learning, decision-making, emotion, intelligence and personality.

Detailed explanation-2: -Your cerebrum is the largest part of your brain and handles conscious thoughts and actions. Different areas within your cerebrum also have different responsibilities like language, behavior, sensory processing and more.

Detailed explanation-3: -The cerebrum controls voluntary movement, intelligence and memory. Precision, coordination and timing, posture are all controlled by the cerebellum.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Prefrontal Cortex (PFC) and hippocampus are the most critical parts of the human brain for decision making.

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