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Pons connects


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Brain with spinal cord

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Cerebrum with cerebellum

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C

Two-lobes of cerebellum

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Two cerebral hemispheres

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Solution

The correct option is A

Brain with spinal cord


The correct option is D

Explanation of the correct option:

  1. The pons is a portion of the hindbrain, that connects the cerebral cortex with the medulla oblongata.
  2. the function of the pons is to relay signals from the cerebellum to the cerebrum (which connects the spinal cord to the brain) and in addition deals with deep sleep, respiratory regulation, and a whole lot of other functions.

Final answer: Pons connects the Brain with the spinal cord


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