The Part of the Brain Closest to the Spinal Cord

question 37

Multiple Choice

The part of the brain closest to the spinal cord is the ________, and it controls critical body functions, such as ________.

• A) cerebellum; maintaining body temperature
• B) cerebellum; heart rate and respiration
• C) medulla; maintaining body temperature
• D) medulla; heart rate and respiration

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