Which Portion of the Central Nervous System Serves as the Link

question 134

Multiple Choice

Which portion of the central nervous system serves as the link between the brain and the peripheral nervous system?

• A)The forebrain
• B)The lower brain
• C)The midbrain
• D)The hindbrain
• E)The spinal cord

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