Which one of the following correctly pairs a brain structure with its developmental source?
A. Forebrain; hypothalamus
B. Midbrain; cerebellum
C. Hindbrain; basal ganglia
D. Both A and B
E. All of the above
ANS: A
Rationale: During development, the brain region of the neural tube expands into three enlargements: hindbrain, midbrain, and forebrain. The hindbrain ultimately becomes the medulla, pons, and cerebellum. The midbrain retains its name. The forebrain becomes the thalamus, hypothalamus, cerebral hemispheres, and deep nuclei including the basal ganglia.
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