WAEC Biology 1992 Question 26

Question 26

Nervous Coordination

What part of the brain is concerned with the regulation of the heart beat, body temperature and breathing rate?

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

Explanation

The medulla oblongata controls automatic activities such as heartbeat and breathing.