A tumor is located in a young boy's brain. Symptoms include the inability to swallow and inability to detect odors. What is the most likely location of the tumor?

A. In the optic chiasm
B. In the mammillary body
C. In the pineal body
D. In the anterior nucleus of the hypothalamus
E. In the pituitary gland


Answer: B

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