Which of the following is correctly associated with the medulla oblongata?
A. It is the most superior portion of the brainstem.
B. It contains enlargements called cerebral peduncles.
C. It gives rise to conscious thoughts.
D. It relays sensory information.
E. It contains nuclei for regulation of heart rate and blood vessel diameter.
Answer: E
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