Which part of the brain regulates automatic functions such as heart rate and breathing?
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Correct answer to question 118 (General Science): The medulla
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The medulla, at the base of the brainstem, controls involuntary processes like heartbeat and breathing rate without any conscious effort. The cerebrum handles thought and voluntary movement.
Updated: November 2026
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