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Multiple Choice
Which of the following is not a forebrain structure?
A
Cerebellum
B
Cerebrum
C
Hypothalamus
D
Thalamus
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Begin by understanding the major divisions of the brain: the forebrain, midbrain, and hindbrain. The forebrain includes structures such as the cerebrum, thalamus, and hypothalamus.
Identify the structures listed in the problem: cerebrum, hypothalamus, thalamus, and cerebellum.
Recall that the cerebrum is the largest part of the forebrain, responsible for higher brain functions such as thought and action.
Understand that the hypothalamus is a small region of the forebrain involved in hormone production and regulation of bodily functions.
Recognize that the cerebellum is part of the hindbrain, not the forebrain, and is primarily responsible for coordination and balance.