Asked in UHS MDCAT 2008 2008Moderate

It controls the several automatic functions like breathing, heart rate and blood pressure:

Correct answer: B. Medulla.

  • A. Midbrain.
  • B. Medulla.
  • C. Pons.
  • D. Cerebellum.

Explanation

Medulla controls several automatic functions, such as breathing, heart rate, blood pressure and swallowing.

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