Most of the output of the olfactory bulbs goes to structures of the medial temporal lobes, in particular to the
A) amygdala.
B) thalamus.
C) piriform cortex.
D) all of the above
E) both A and C

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The olfactory bulbs send most of their output to two structures - the amygdala and piriform cortex - which are both located in the medial temporal lobe. Therefore, the correct choice is (E) both A and C. The thalamus does receive some input from the olfactory bulbs, but it is not the major recipient of olfactory information.

Most of the Output of the Olfactory Bulbs Goes to Structures