Damage to the Midbrain Would Probably Have a Greater Effect

question 46

Multiple Choice

Damage to the midbrain would probably have a greater effect on the _____________ division of the autonomic nervous system.

• A)sympathetic
• B)parasympathetic
• C)somatic
• D)sensory

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Definitions:

Maslow Hierarchy

A theory of human motivation that ranks human needs in a pyramid structure, from basic physiological needs at the bottom to self-actualization at the top.

Self-actualization

The realization or fulfillment of one's talents and potentialities, considered as a drive or need present in everyone.

Physiological

Relating to the branch of biology that deals with the normal functions of living organisms and their parts.

Personal

Relating to or affecting an individual directly; not related to or representative of anything larger or external to oneself.