What is not true about the cerebral arterial circle (circle of Willis)?

A) It surrounds the brain stem.
B) It may provide an alternative set of pathways for blood to reach brain tissue.
C) It is an example of an anastomosis.
D) It lies at the base of the brain.


Answer: A

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