The brainstem includes the
A) medulla oblongata, pons, and thalamus
B) medulla oblongata, midbrain, and hypothalamus
C) pons, midbrain, and medulla oblongata
D) medulla oblongata, pons, and cerebellum

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The brainstem is made up of three parts: the medulla oblongata, pons, and midbrain. The thalamus and hypothalamus are structures within the brain, but not part of the brainstem. The cerebellum is a separate structure located near the brainstem, but not part of it. Therefore, the correct answer is C - pons, midbrain, and medulla oblongata.

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