Which of the following would most likely involve the tectum?
A) Raising your body temperature on a cold night.
B) Deciding to bet all of your chips in a poker game.
C) Remembering where you left your keys.
D) Ducking just in time to avoid being hit by a sudden foul ball at a baseball game.
Answer: D
Rationale: A midbrain structure called the tectum coordinates sensation of motion with actions. For example, responding to rapid, sudden movements by flinching, ducking, or otherwise protecting yourself.
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