If a rat had a lesioned (surgically removed) amygdala and was then placed in the same room with a cat, what would the rat's behavior likely be? The rat would likely:

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The amygdala is crucial for processing emotions, especially fear. If a rat's amygdala is lesioned, it would not process fear normally and might not recognize the cat as a threat, leading to tame or neutral behavior.

If a Rat Had a Lesioned (Surgically Removed) Amygdala and Was