Thirteen year-old Austin exhibits retarded growth, reduced metabolism, lack of normal reproductive gland development, inability to regulate water intake or water elimination from the body, and an uncontrolled appetite

What part of Austin's brain is most likely involved?

A. reticular formation
B. primary sensory cortex
C. medulla oblongata
D. thalamus
E. hypothalamus


E

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