If one hears a cracking twig in the forest at night, which part of amygdala is responsible for causing one's heart rate to increase?
A) the lateral nucleus
B) the central nucleus
C) the basolateral nucleus
D) the medial prefrontal area

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The central nucleus of the amygdala is responsible for processing threats and initiating the body's fear response, which includes increasing heart rate.

If One Hears a Cracking Twig in the Forest at Night