Question

Which of the following pairs of brain structure and function is incorrect?

• A. Hypothalamus: appetite
• B. Cerebellum: motor coordination
• C. Cerebral cortex: higher intellectual function
• D. Reticular activating system: sensory processing
• E. Medulla: basic emotional drives

Answer 1

The correct option is E Medulla: basic emotional drives

• The medulla oblongata (or medulla) is a long stem-like structure located in the brainstem
• . It is anterior and partially inferior to the cerebellum. It is a cone-shaped neuronal mass responsible for autonomic (involuntary) functions ranging from vomiting to sneezing.
• The medulla contains the cardiac, respiratory, vomiting and vasomotor centres and therefore deals with the autonomic functions of breathing, heart rate and blood pressure. Hence, a pair of brain structure and function is incorrect is Medulla: basic emotional drives.
So, the correct answer is 'Medulla: basic emotional drives'.