Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Forebrain

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the forebrain?

• A) It is the portion of the brain that is farthest from the spinal cord.
• B) It includes the tectum, the tegmentum, and the cerebral peduncles.
• C) It consists of the medulla, cerebellum, and pons.
• D) It insulates axons and helps electrical signals travel faster down the axon.

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