Which of the following statements is true of the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus?
A. The hypothalamus directly secretes the follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH).
B. The hypothalamus solely focuses on regulating the eating behavior in humans.
C. The pituitary is the master gland of the endocrine system.
D. The pituitary and the hypothalamus are located in the frontal lobe.
Answer: C
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