JAMB Biology 1980 Question 32

Question 32

Nervous Coordination

Which part of the human brain is concerned with reflexes controlling the rate of heart beat and breathing?

  1. A.Medulla
  2. B.Cerebrum
  3. C.Cerebellum
  4. D.Pineal body
  5. E.Olfactory lobe.
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Answer: A (Medulla)

Explanation

The medulla oblongata controls involuntary actions such as heartbeat and breathing.