The Area of the Brain That Consists of the Medulla

question 21

Multiple Choice

The area of the brain that consists of the medulla, pons, and reticular formation is known as the

• A) cerebral cortex.
• B) midbrain.
• C) brainstem.
• D) limbic system.

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