A karate chop to an area at the top of the neck could stop a person's heart and breathing by damaging the
A)hippocampus.
B)thalamus.
C)medulla.
D)amygdala.

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The medulla, part of the brainstem, controls vital functions such as heart rate and breathing. Damage to this area can disrupt these critical functions, potentially stopping the heart and breathing.

A Karate Chop to an Area at the Top of the Neck