Biology PYQ 113 of 227 · Nervous System & Sense Organs

Consider the following statements about human brain:
1. The brain is responsible for regulating the heart beat.
2. It Is responsible for balancing the body. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  1. AOnly 1 is correct
  2. BOnly 2 is correct
  3. C1 and 2 both are correct
  4. DNeither 1 nor 2 is correct

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Correct answer: (c) 1 and 2 both are correct

Explanation

The brain is the body's control centre, regulating involuntary functions like heartbeat through the medulla oblongata.

The cerebellum maintains body balance, posture and coordination.

Both statements are therefore correct.

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