Which of the following, if any, describes a proposed function of the corpus callosum?
A) to guide migrating neurons in the prenatal brain to destinations in the opposite hemisphere
B) to allow each hemisphere to inhibit the activity of the other
C) to provide structural support for the dorsal and medial portions of the cerebral cortex
D) none of these describes a proposed function of the corpus callosum

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The corpus callosum is a large bundle of nerve fibers that connects the two hemispheres of the brain, allowing them to communicate and coordinate activities. One proposed function is that it helps each hemisphere inhibit the activity of the other, facilitating balanced brain function.

Which of the Following, If Any, Describes a Proposed Function