The hypothalamus exerts control over the endocrine system by directly triggering activity in the:
A) amygdala.
B) thyroid.
C) pituitary gland.
D) hippocampus.

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The hypothalamus directly triggers activity in the pituitary gland, which is known as the "master gland" of the endocrine system. This gland releases various hormones that regulate the activity of other endocrine glands throughout the body.

The Hypothalamus Exerts Control Over the Endocrine System by Directly