Introduction: The forebrain is the primary part of the brain. The upper part of the forebrain is the thalamus that accounts for cognitive thinking, mental process, emotions, voluntary movements, and sensation. The lower part of the forebrain is the hypothalamus that accounts of involuntary functions.
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Correct answer: The given statement, “executive functions are important to self-regulation because they help us to set goals and work toward them successfully”, is true.
Explanation of Solution
The thalamus or the prefrontal cortex is important for the higher mental process, cognitive thinking and also to demonstrate self-regulation and self-control. These abilities of the prefrontal cortex are called the executive functions, as they help to set goals and the ways to achieve it. Setting goals and achieving success is a reflection that shows higher mental process and thinking. The executive function also displays controlled emotions and attention that are needed to achieve certain goals.
Hence, the given statement is true.
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