Multiple choice

The pons pretends as a bridge between the medulla and other parts of human brain. Which of the following functions is regulated by pons of the brain?

  1. Declarative and episodic memory

  2. Maintains body balance

  3. Memmory and speech

  4. Fight or flight response

  5. Sleep and arousal
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E Correct answer
Explanation

The pons is a section of the brain lying above the medulla oblongata. It plays important role in arousal, sleep, carrying sensory information between cerebrum and cerebellum, and helping control of autonomic functions.

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