alleryStart learning →What is a basic role of the pons?
APlanning and remembering voluntary actions
BRegulating hunger and body temperature
CMaintaining balance and muscle coordination
DConnecting different regions of the brain
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Connecting different regions of the brain
The pons contains fibre tracts connecting different regions of the brain.
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