Emily is visiting Las Vegas with some friends, and they decide to play roulette. Which of the following brain structures is especially likely to be activated while Emily is deciding how much to bet on a given round, and where to place her bet?

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The prefrontal cortex is involved in decision-making, risk assessment, and planning, which are critical when deciding how much to bet and where to place a bet in a game like roulette.

Emily Is Visiting Las Vegas with Some Friends, and They