The fact that the right side of the brain controls the left side of the body is explained by the

A. brainstem being below the midbrain.
B. decussation of the pyramids in the medulla.
C. division of the cerebrum into two hemispheres.
D. need for contra-lateral control of body function.
E. division of the cerebellum into two hemispheres.


Answer: B

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