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Question
State the Function:
Cerebrum
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Solution
Cerebrum is concerned with a number of senses like sight, hearing, taste, etc. The motor areas in the cortex give rise to voluntary movements such as speech, locomotion, etc. Other areas of the cerebrum are responsible for memory, intelligence, learning, emotions etc.
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