Question detail
Which of the following statements is true regarding the brain?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
The human nervous system
Question
- A. The brain can easily be repaired after injury.
- B. The brain is composed of billions of interconnected neurones.
- C. The brain functions independently of the nervous system.
- D. The brain does not require oxygen to function.
Answer
The correct option is The brain is composed of billions of interconnected neurones.. This answer is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to explain why investigating and treating brain disorders is difficult because the brain is complex and delicate in the subtopic The brain (biology only).
Explanation
The correct option is The brain is composed of billions of interconnected neurones.. The brain is composed of billions of interconnected neurones. is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to explain why investigating and treating brain disorders is difficult because the brain is complex and delicate. This belongs to the subtopic The brain (biology only) within The human nervous system, so the explanation must stay tied to that curriculum context. The other options are incorrect because they either do not answer this learning objective, use a vague statement, or move away from The brain (biology only).
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Brain Complexity
Students often oversimplify the complexity of the brain, failing to recognize the intricate connections and functions of different regions.
To fix this, students should study the various parts of the brain and their specific roles, emphasizing the interconnectedness and delicate nature of brain structures.
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