Question

The brain stem is made up of

• A. Midbrain, pons, cerebellum
• B. Midbrain, pons and medulla oblongata
• C. Diencephalon, medulla oblongata, cerebellum
• D. Cerebellum, cerebrum, medulla oblongata

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Midbrain, pons and medulla oblongata

The brain stem is the posterior part of the brain made up of midbrain, pons and medulla. The medulla, which controls breathing, swallowing, blood pressure, and heart rate. The pons which links the cerebellum to the cerebrum. The midbrain, which controls vision and hearing. Medulla is extended to the spinal cord.

So, the correct answer is option B.