Asked by Hannah Thrasher on May 07, 2024

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Which brain areas appear to handle declarative memory

A)  cerebellum and the areas of the cortex with which it communicates 
B)  hippocampal complex and the areas of the cortex with which it communicates 
C)  medulla and the structures within the midbrain 
D)  limbic system and the connections it makes with the prefrontal cortex

Declarative Memory

A type of long-term memory that involves the conscious recall of specific facts and events, often known as "knowing what," distinguishable from procedural memory, which entails "knowing how."

Hippocampal Complex

A crucial part of the brain involved in memory formation, spatial navigation, and the consolidation of information from short-term to long-term memory.

Cerebellum

A part of the brain located at the back of the skull, responsible for coordinating and regulating muscular activity.

  • Identify the brain areas associated with different memory systems.
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Yuanwei JiangMay 10, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Studies have shown that the hippocampal complex and the areas of the cortex with which it communicates are responsible for declarative memory.