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Scientists pinpoint two brain regions that battle it out when deciding whether to take a risk

Every day, your brain runs the same calculation: Take a risk or play it safe? Your gas tank might be low, but there's just enough to make it to work on time. Do you stop and risk being late? If you're out of money at the casino, do you quit playing slots or withdraw more cash from the ATM? Talk to a stranger at the park or stay quiet?

Scientists pinpoint two brain regions that battle it out when deciding whether to take a risk

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