Jeremy has developed a problem with regulating his waking/sleeping cycle and regulating his body temperature. Doctors suspect he may have a brain lesion. This lesion is probably located in the
A) cerebellum.
B) prefrontal area of the cerebrum.
C) Broca's area of the cerebrum.
D) pons.
E) hypothalamus.

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The hypothalamus is responsible for regulating many autonomic processes in the body, including the sleep/wake cycle and body temperature. A lesion in this area could cause problems with regulating these processes. The other areas listed are not specifically involved in regulating these functions.

Jeremy Has Developed a Problem with Regulating His Waking/sleeping Cycle