Which of the following statements regarding the brainstem is correct?
A) The brainstem provides protection to the cerebellum.
B) The brainstem is responsible for muscle coordination.
C) All but 4 of the 12 cranial nerves exit the brainstem.
D) The brainstem connects the spinal cord to the brain.
Answer: D) The brainstem connects the spinal cord to the brain.
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A) $10 to $50. B) $200 to $400. C) $50 to $75. D) $50 to $200.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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a. increased growth of a cell, tissue or organ b. the decrease of the size of cells, tissues, and organs c. the increase in the number of cells d. bad or difficult growth of cells