The brain's oldest region is the
A) hippocampus.
B) amygdala.
C) brainstem.
D) hypothalamus.

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The brainstem is the oldest and most primitive part of the brain, responsible for regulating essential functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure. The hippocampus, amygdala, and hypothalamus are all located in newer regions of the brain, involved in higher cognitive functions such as memory, emotions, and hormone regulation, respectively.

The Brain's Oldest Region Is the