Psychology in Modules
Psychology in Modules
11th Edition
ISBN: 9781464167522
Author: David G. Myers, C. Nathan DeWall
Publisher: Worth Publishers
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Chapter 6, Problem 11TYS
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Concept introduction: The brainstem is the oldest part and central core of the brain. The brain stem is responsible for the automatic survival functions.

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Answer to Problem 11TYS

Correct answer: The part of the brainstem that controls heartbeat and breathing is the medulla. Therefore, option b. is correct.

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Reason for the correct statement:

Medulla is the base of the brainstem. It is the slight swelling in the spinal cord just after it enters the skull. The heartbeat and breathing are in the control of medulla.

Option b. is given as “medulla”. As medulla is the part of the brainstem that controls the heartbeat and breathing. Therefore, option b. is correct.

Reasons for the incorrect statement:

Option a. is given as “cerebellum”. Cerebellum processes the sensory input, coordinates the movement output and balance, and it also enables the nonverbal learning and memory. Therefore, option a. is incorrect.

Option c. is given as “cortex”. Cortex is the outer surface of the cerebrum. Therefore, option c. is incorrect.

Option d. is given as “thalamus”. Thalamus is the part of brain stem that acts as the sensory control center of the brain. Therefore, option d. is incorrect.

Hence, options a., c., and d. are incorrect.

Conclusion
Medulla is the part of the brainstem that controls the heartbeat and breathing.

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