Which of the following results suggests that the hypothalamus both produces and controls hunger?

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Option A suggests that the hypothalamus produces hunger, as removing it results in the mouse becoming emaciated due to lack of food intake. Option B suggests that the hypothalamus controls hunger, as introducing a lesion can cause overeating and obesity. Option C suggests that the hypothalamus both produces and controls hunger, as electrical stimulation also causes overeating and obesity. Therefore, all three options together suggest that the hypothalamus both produces and controls hunger.

Which of the Following Results Suggests That the Hypothalamus Both