Cortex areas surrounding the hippocampus and supporting the processing and storing of explicit memories are located in the
A) amygdala.
B) basal ganglia.
C) cerebellum.
D) temporal lobe.

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The temporal lobe, particularly the medial temporal lobe (which includes the hippocampus), is the region of the brain responsible for the processing and storing of explicit memories. Cortex areas surrounding the hippocampus in the temporal lobe also contribute to this process. Therefore, option D is the best choice.

Cortex Areas Surrounding the Hippocampus and Supporting the Processing and Storing