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Removal of the hippocampus is most likely lead to ___________?

Correct answer: C. anterograde amnesia

  • A. sham rage
  • B. narcolepsy
  • C. anterograde amnesia
  • D. retrograde amnesia

Explanation

The hippocampus is essential for forming new long-term declarative memories, so its removal classically produces anterograde amnesia. Some earlier memories may also be affected, but inability to form new memories is the defining result.

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