Because the prefrontal cortex is immature, it is unable to moderate the _____. As a result, young children are impulsive and display perseveration.

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The prefrontal cortex is responsible for executive functioning, which includes the ability to regulate impulses and emotions. The limbic system, which controls emotions and basic drives, is not yet fully moderated by the prefrontal cortex in young children, leading to impulsive behavior. The other options (temporal cortex, fusiform face area, and corpus callosum) are not directly related to impulse control.

Because the Prefrontal Cortex Is Immature, It Is Unable to Moderate