Question

Which of the following is correctly matched with its function?

1) pre/postcentral gyrus - motor cortex
2) thalamus - sensory relay center
3) pons - sleep, respiration, swallowing, bladder control
4) D) cerebellum - motor planning and balance

Answer 1

The correctly matched pair with its function among the provided options is 2) thalamus - sensory relay center. Additionally, the cerebellum, which is option 4), also matches correctly with its function related to motor planning and balance.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question is which of the following is correctly matched with its function:

1. pre/postcentral gyrus - motor cortex
2. thalamus - sensory relay center
3. pons - sleep, respiration, swallowing, bladder control
4. cerebellum - motor planning and balance

Considering the functions of the various brain structures:

• The precentral gyrus is indeed associated with motor control as the primary motor cortex.
• The thalamus functions as a relay center for sensory information.
• The pons is involved in the control of breathing, arousal, and relays signals in the brain.
• The cerebellum is essential for coordination, balance, and motor planning.

Based on this information, the correctly matched pair with its function from the provided options is: 2) thalamus - sensory relay center.

The cerebellum does indeed play a role in motor planning and balance, which makes option 4) correct as well. Therefore, there are two correct matches in the question.