Which Statement Concerning the Brain Stem Is NOT Correct

question 241

Multiple Choice

Which statement concerning the brain stem is NOT correct?

• 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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