Four Large Arteries Form an Arterial Circle (Also Known as the Circle

question 13

Multiple Choice

Four large arteries form an arterial circle (also known as the circle of Willis) around the base of the brain. These arteries are the __________________________.

• A) right and left cerebral arteries and right and left basilar arteries
• B) right and left internal carotid arteries and right and left vertebral arteries
• C) inferior and superior vertebral arteries and right and left basilar arteries
• D) aorta, cerebral artery, and right and left basilar arteries
• E) none of the above

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Definitions:

Bodily Sensations

The feelings or perceptions that originate from the physical body, including touch, pain, temperature, or internal conditions.

Parietal Lobe

A region of the brain associated with processing sensory information concerning the body's position and navigation.

Frontal Lobe

The frontal lobe is a region in the brain involved in decision making, problem solving, control of purposeful behaviors, consciousness, and emotions.

Temporal Lobe

A region of the cerebrum responsible for hearing, understanding language, and storing memories.