The __________ is controlled directly by the hypothalamus and, through the release of hormones, serves to activate all of the other glands in the endocrine system

a) thyroid gland
b) thymus gland
c) pituitary gland
d) parathyroid gland


c

Psychology

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a. precentral gyrus b. postcentral gyrus c. prefrontal cortex d. occipital lobe

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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