Chantal is very afraid of clowns, no doubt because she was frightened by one when she was very young. Chantal's memories of that fearful encounter are likely to be associated with the __________.
A) amygdala
B) cerebellum
C) prefrontal cortex
D) posterior cingulate cortex

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The amygdala is responsible for processing emotions, including fear. It is likely that Chantal's fear of clowns is associated with strong emotional memories stored in her amygdala from the initial frightening encounter.

Chantal Is Very Afraid of Clowns, No Doubt Because She