Excessive risk taking during adolescence is caused, at least in part, by the fact that the _____________ is not fully developed.
A) prefrontal cortex
B) amygdala
C) hippocampus
D) medial temporal lobe

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The prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for executive functions such as impulse control and decision making, is not fully developed until early adulthood. This can lead to excessive risk taking during adolescence. The amygdala, hippocampus, and medial temporal lobe are all important brain regions, but not directly related to risk taking behavior in this context.

Excessive Risk Taking During Adolescence Is Caused, at Least in Part