Sensory input, such as smells or sights, may causes stimulation of the __________________ which then initiates the vomiting reflex

a. Cerebral cortex
b. Cerebrum
c. Chemoreceptor trigger zone
d. Opiate receptor sites


c
Rationale: a. The cerebral cortex is responsible for intelligence,personality, motor function, planning and organization, and touch sensation
b. The cerebrum is for higher functions of the brain.
c. Correct.
d. Opiate receptors respond to opiate stimulation producing analgesia.

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