The medulla oblongata controls all the following except

Assessment: WAEC SSCE - Biology - 1999 (Objective) Subject: Biology

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The medulla oblongata controls all the following except
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The medulla oblongata is a part of the brainstem that is responsible for regulating many vital autonomic functions of the body such as heart rate, breathing rate, blood pressure, and digestion. However, it does not control balance and posture. These functions are controlled by the cerebellum, a separate part of the brain. Therefore, the correct answer is "balance and posture."
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