Bob and Sally watch a horror movie. The ____________ amygdala of Bob's brain will be activated and the ____________ amygdala of Sally's brain will be activated.
A) left; right
B) left; left
C) right; right
D) right; left

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The amygdala is responsible for processing emotions, including fear. Studies have shown that the right amygdala is more strongly activated during the processing of fearful stimuli. Therefore, Bob's right amygdala will be activated and Sally's left amygdala will be activated during the horror movie.

Bob and Sally Watch a Horror Movie