Which of the following is accomplished by the brain stem?
A) voluntary initiation of movement.
B) control of breathing, circulation, and digestion.
C) final sensory perception.
D) language ability.
E) personality traits.

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The brain stem controls essential functions such as breathing, circulation, and digestion. A is controlled by the motor cortex in the cerebrum, C is processed in the sensory cortex of the cerebrum, D is controlled by areas of the left hemisphere of the cerebrum, and E is influenced by various regions of the brain including the frontal lobe.

Which of the Following Is Accomplished by the Brain Stem