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Pneumotaxic centre which can moderate the functions of the respiratory rhythm centre is present at

A

Pons region of brain

B

Thalamus

C

Spinal cord

D

Right cerebral hemisphere

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The pons lies directly superior to the medulla and anterior to the cerebellum. Pneumatotoxic center and apneuotic area is present in it which helps to control breathing.
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