Asked by
Tabitha Gregory
on Dec 14, 2024Verified
The ______ plays a major role in the executive function of working memory.
A) prefrontal cortex
B) uncus
C) mediodorsal thalamus
D) the hypothalamus
Prefrontal Cortex
The part of the frontal lobes of the brain involved in decision making, problem-solving, and controlling behavior and emotions.
Working Memory
A cognitive system responsible for temporarily holding information available for processing, crucial for reasoning and the guidance of decision-making and behavior.
Executive Function
Cognitive processes that enable individuals to plan, focus attention, remember instructions, and juggle multiple tasks successfully.
- Gain insight into how certain brain structures contribute to the development, preservation, and recollection of memories.
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Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into how certain brain structures contribute to the development, preservation, and recollection of memories.