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which part of the brain connects the cerebellum with the brainstem?
a.) cerebrum
b.) pons
c.) medulla oblongata
d.) midbrain
The pons is a part of the brainstem. It serves as a bridge (the word "pons" means bridge in Latin) that connects the cerebellum to the brainstem. It also has functions related to sleep, respiration, and more. The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain responsible for higher - order functions like thinking and memory. The medulla oblongata controls vital functions such as heart rate and breathing. The midbrain is involved in visual and auditory processing.
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B. Pons