Multiple choice

Match the following: Parts|Functions| |a. The pons|1. They control various involuntary actions like heart beat, breathing, blood pressure and peristaltic movements of the alimentary canal. | |b. The cerebellum|2. They take part in regulating respiration.| |c. The medulla|3. They help in maintaining posture and balance of the body.|

  1. a - 1, b - 2, c - 3

  2. a - 2, b - 1, c - 3

  3. a - 2, b - 3, c - 1

  4. a - 3, b - 2, c - 1

  5. a - 1, b - 3, c - 2
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C Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option. The pons take part in regulating respiration. The cerebellum helps in maintaining posture and balance of the body. The medulla controls various involuntary actions like heart beat, breathing, blood pressure and peristaltic movements of the alimentary canal.

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