According to Descartes, ______ was where the mind interacted with the body.
A. the pituitary gland
B. the ventricles of the brain
C. fluid filled nerves and muscles
D. the pineal gland
Answer: D
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A. negative feedback system. B. neutral feedback system. C. positive feedback system. D. None of these choices are correct.