Trevor
Trevor is going for a run. He starts thinking about all the things that he needs to do throughout his day, and he decides that after he showers he will study for his midterm for a little while before he goes to work for the evening. As Trevor rounds the corner near home, he sees something move near his feet and then feels a sharp pain in his right leg. At this point, Trevor's heart rate increases substantially, as he spins away from the dog that just bit him. As the dog's owner apologizes and puts the dog back on its leash, Trevor's heart rate slows down and he then makes his way home.
-As Trevor plans out his day,which area of his brain is processing these higher-level thoughts

Question

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The prefrontal cortex is responsible for higher-level executive functioning, including planning and decision making. As Trevor is planning out his day, this area of his brain is likely active. The limbic system is responsible for emotions, and while Trevor's emotions are mentioned in the story, the question specifically asks about his higher-level thoughts. The medial temporal lobes are important for memory, and Wernicke's area is responsible for language comprehension. Neither of these areas are mentioned in the story as being active during Trevor's planning.

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