Question

Question 8
Posture and balance of the body are controlled by

(a) cerebrum
(b) cerebellum
(c) medulla
(d) pons

Answer 1

(b) cerebellum

The cerebellum also known as the small brain, is a part of the hindbrain. It is responsible for maintaining the balance and posture of the body and deals with skilled memory i.e. things that we learn in our lifetime like walking, riding a bicycle, swimming, writing, etc.