What Is the Name of the Structure in the Thalamus

question 30

Multiple Choice

What is the name of the structure in the thalamus that receives auditory input from the inferior colliculus and sends output to the auditory cortex?

• A)the superior olive
• B)the inferior olive
• C)the trapezoid body
• D)the medial geniculate nucleus

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