AP PSYCHOLOGY

BIOLOGICAL BASES OF BEHAVIOR

THE NERVOUS AND ENDOCRINE SYSTEMS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are the three parts of the brain?
A
Brain Cell, Cerebrum, Brain Organs
B
Cerebrum, Neurons, Nerve Cells
C
Cerebrum, Cerebellum, brain stem
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -At a high level, the brain can be divided into the cerebrum, brainstem and cerebellum.

Detailed explanation-2: -The brain can be divided into three basic units: the forebrain, the midbrain, and the hindbrain. The hindbrain includes the upper part of the spinal cord, the brain stem, and a wrinkled ball of tissue called the cerebellum. The hindbrain controls the body’s vital functions such as respiration and heart rate.

Detailed explanation-3: -Your cerebrum makes up about 80% of your brain. Cerebellum: Your cerebellum maintains your balance, posture, coordination and fine motor skills. It’s located in the back of your brain. Brainstem: Your brainstem regulates many automatic body functions.

Detailed explanation-4: -The midbrain is the topmost part of the brainstem, the connection central between the brain and the spinal cord. There are three main parts of the midbrain-the colliculi, the tegmentum, and the cerebral peduncles.

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