Question

Assertion (A)Pons varoli is a link between upper brain and spinal cord.
Reason (R) It helps in regulation of breathing movements.

• A. Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion
• B. Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion
• C. Assertion is true, but Reason is false
• D. Both Assertion and Reason are false

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Pons varoli is a part of midbrain which is present at the axis of brain. It connects upper brain and spinal cord through medulla oblongata. It helps in regulation of breathing movements and acts as highway to relay signals between cerebrum and cerebellum.