The Two Parts of the Brain That Regulate Equilibrium and Keep

question 257

Multiple Choice

The two parts of the brain that regulate equilibrium and keep us upright are the:

• A)hypothalamus and thalamus
• B)medulla and pons
• C)hypothalamus and medulla
• D)cerebellum and midbrain

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