The neural structure responsible for releasing dopamine in response to reinforcement is the:
A) nucleus accumbens
B) insula
C) raphe system
D) orbitofrontal cortex

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The nucleus accumbens is a key part of the brain's reward circuitry, and is responsible for releasing dopamine in response to reinforcement or pleasurable experiences. The other options listed are not directly involved in dopamine release in response to reinforcement.

The Neural Structure Responsible for Releasing Dopamine in Response to Reinforcement