Question

Choose the most appropriate alternatives from amongst the following-

Reflexes below the neck are controlled by

• A. Brain
• B. Spinal cord
• C. Autonomic nervous system
• D. Peripheral nervous system

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Spinal cord

The correct option is B

Explanation of the correct option

1. The spinal cord is the extension of the medulla oblongata posteriorly.
2. It is responsible for the reflexes below the neck.

Explanation of the correct options

Option A

1. The brain is involved in processing, storing, and responding to various functions related to thought, intelligence, memory, sensory and motor activities, etc.

Option C

1. The autonomic nervous system controls various involuntary functions of visceral organs.

Option D

1. The peripheral nervous system controls voluntary functions of the body.

Final answer

Reflexes below the neck are controlled by the spinal cord.