Which Statement Does NOT Correctly Describe the Brain Stem

question 118

Multiple Choice

Which statement does NOT correctly describe the brain stem?

• A)The medulla is part of the brain stem.
• B)The brain stem is a critical connecting link through which all fibres traversing between the periphery and higher brain centres must pass.
• C) The brain stem is an important link between nervous and endocrine systems.
• D) The brain stem contains centres that control respiration, blood vessel and heart function, and digestive activities.

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