Question 1
pts
Which of the following is most likely a symptom of ALS?
Correct Answer
Impaired ability to swallow
Decreased sensation in the
hands Shrinkage of cerebral
cortex
Increased size of brain
ventricles You Answered
All the above
Question 2
pts
The fissure separates the right and left cerebral hemispheres.
Median longitudinal
Question 3
pts
,BIOD 152 Module 2 Exam 2 100% Questions and Answers
Describe the function of the brain ventricles.
There are four ventricles in the interior of the brain, chambers filled with
cerebrospinal fluid which is produced there. Once formed the CSF
circulates through the ventricles and into the subarachnoid space bathing
and floating the brain.
Question 4
pts
All the following are functions of the hypothalamus except:
Regulates sleep
Links the nervous and endocrine
systems Correct!
Filters out unimportant sensory
information Regulates water balance
Question 5
pts
What is the largest portion of the brain?
Cerebellu
m
Correct!
, BIOD 152 Module 2 Exam 2 100% Questions and Answers
Cerebrum
Corpus collosum
Cingulate
gyrus
Question 6
pts
Which statement is false concerning the brainstem?
The medulla portion of the brainstem continuous with the
spinal cord. The medulla contains reflex centers to regulate
vasoconstriction.
The midbrain contains the superior and inferior
colliculi. Correct!
The midbrain helps to regulate breathing
Question 7
pts
A patient is having difficulty producing speech sounds, but other motor
movements are normal. Which area of the brain is most likely damaged?
Correct!
Broca’s area
Wernicke’s
area
Occipital
lobe
Parietal
BIOD 152 Module 2 Exam 2 100% Questions and Answers