In fear conditioning, the lateral nucleus of the amygdala transmits information through the _______ to evoke hormonal responses.
A) central nucleus of the amygdala
B) lateral hypothalamus
C) central (periaqueductal) gray
D) septal nuclei

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The lateral nucleus of the amygdala is responsible for the initial processing and acquisition of fear conditioning, and it sends information to the central nucleus of the amygdala, which then evokes hormonal responses through the hypothalamus and pituitary gland. The other structures listed are not directly involved in this process.

In Fear Conditioning, the Lateral Nucleus of the Amygdala Transmits