Several Studies Have Shown That People with Damage to the Ventromedial

Multiple Choice

Several studies have shown that people with damage to the ventromedial prefrontal cortex (VMPFC) show greater risk-taking than people with no brain damage. Which of the following is a plausible explanation for this finding, considered on its own?

A) The VMPFC is involved in inhibiting risky behavior.
B) The VMPFC is necessary for perceiving situations as potentially dangerous.
C) People who take a lot of risks are more likely to be injured in ways that damage the VMPFC.
D) All of the above are plausible explanations of the finding.