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Q1. [1]
Which among the following is not a neural action controlled by the part of human brain labelled 'X' in the figure above?
  1. A Salivation
  2. B Hunger
  3. C Vomiting
  4. D Blood Pressure
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Model Answer

The answer is (B) Hunger.

'X' points to the medulla (hind-brain), which controls involuntary actions — blood pressure, salivation, and vomiting. Hunger is controlled by the fore-brain.

Source: Chapter 6, Section 6.1.2 Human Brain

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Explanation

The passage explicitly states: "All these involuntary actions including blood pressure, salivation and vomiting are controlled by the medulla in the hind-brain." It also states that the sensation of hunger is associated with "a centre… in a separate part of the fore-brain." So hunger is the odd one out — eliminate it as the answer. In MCQs like this, identify which option belongs to a different brain region than the one labelled.

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