Control of temperature, of autonomic nervous reflexes, of hunger, and of sleep are functions associated with the
A) medulla.
B) cerebellum.
C) hypothalamus.
D) thalamus.

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The hypothalamus controls various autonomic nervous reflexes, such as regulating blood pressure and heart rate. It also controls temperature regulation, hunger, and regulates the sleep-wake cycle. The medulla and cerebellum play roles in regulating other bodily functions, such as respiration and coordination, respectively. The thalamus is involved in processing sensory information.

Control of Temperature, of Autonomic Nervous Reflexes, of Hunger, and of Sleep