Certain odors can initiate behavioral and emotional reactions because
A) the olfactory pathway is connected directly to the medulla oblongata.
B) there are widespread olfactory associations within the hypothalamus and limbic system.
C) olfactory sensations are interpreted at the prefrontal cortex.
D) the olfactory pathway is connected directly to the occipital lobe.
E) the sense of olfaction occurs immediately at the olfactory epithelium.

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The olfactory pathway has direct connections to the hypothalamus and limbic system, which are involved in emotion and behavior, allowing odors to trigger emotional and behavioral responses.

Certain Odors Can Initiate Behavioral and Emotional Reactions Because