The Part of Brain Closest to the Spinal Cord Is

question 43

Multiple Choice

The part of brain closest to the spinal cord is the ___; it is important for such functions as ___.

• A) cerebellum; movement and motor coordination
• B) cerebellum; heart rate and respiration
• C) medulla; movement and motor coordination
• D) medulla; heart rate and respiration

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Definitions:

Situational Attribution

Refers to the process of explaining someone's behavior based on external factors or circumstances rather than on internal characteristics.

Attitude

Feelings, often influenced by our beliefs, that predispose us to respond in a particular way to objects, people, and events.

Foot-In-The-Door

A persuasive technique involving making a small request first to increase the likelihood of agreement to a larger request later.

Role Playing

A method for exploring the behaviors and attitudes of individuals by having them adopt and act out the role of a specific character or person.