Question

multiple choice question
the medulla oblongata is superior to what structure?
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o the thalamus
o the midbrain
o the spinal cord
o the pons

Explanation:

To solve this, we recall the anatomical positions of the brain structures. The medulla oblongata is located at the base of the brainstem, just above the spinal cord. The thalamus is part of the diencephalon, the midbrain is above the pons and medulla, and the pons is above the medulla. So the medulla oblongata is superior (above) the spinal cord.

Answer:

C. The spinal cord