Which of the Following Is Identified as a Function of the Endocrine

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is identified as a function of the endocrine system?

• A) help with regulation of emotional development
• B) maintain cognitive functioning
• C) control of the body's response to emergencies
• D) control of memory functions

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Definitions:

Motor Tasks

Activities that require movement and coordination of muscles and limbs.

Amygdala

A part of the brain located in the temporal lobe, involved in emotion regulation, memory processing, and decision-making, particularly with responses to fear and pleasure.

Cerebral Cortex

A collection of several thin layers of cells covering the cerebrum; it is largely responsible for higher mental functions. Cortex is Latin for “bark” or “rind.”

Medulla

A structure in the brain stem responsible for certain automatic functions, such as breathing and heart rate.