Increased activity in the right perfrontal cortex is to_______as increase activity in the left frontal lobe is to_____.

Correct answer: D. Disgust; joy

  • A. Anger; fera
  • B. Love; hate
  • C. Elation; depression
  • D. Disgust; joy

Explanation

Greater right frontal activity is linked with negative emotions such as disgust, whereas greater left frontal activity is associated with positive emotions such as joy. This approach-versus-withdrawal pattern makes disgust and joy the best pairing.

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