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Pneumotaxic center is present in

A
Medulla region of brain
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Pons region of brain
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Both A and B
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Cerebellum of brain
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Solution

The correct option is C Pons region of brain
The hindbrain comprises pons, cerebellum and medulla oblongata. The Pneumotaxic centre is present in the upper part of the pons. The function of the pneumotaxic center is to control rate and pattern of breathing. Hence pneumotaxic center is present in pons region of the brain.
So, the correct answer is 'Pons region of the brain'.

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