Which part of the brain is responsible for triggering actions like thinking, intelligence, memory and ability to learn?

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Q: 241 (SSC/NA)
Which part of the brain is responsible for triggering actions like thinking, intelligence, memory and ability to learn?

question_subject: 

Science

question_exam: 

SSC

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0,6,6,2,3,6,1

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The correct answer is option 3, the cerebrum. The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain and is responsible for a wide range of cognitive functions, including thinking, intelligence, memory, and the ability to learn. It is divided into two hemispheres, the left and right, which are connected by a bundle of nerve fibers called the corpus callosum. Each hemisphere is further divided into four lobes: the frontal lobe, parietal lobe, temporal lobe, and occipital lobe. Each lobe is associated with different functions. For example, the frontal lobe is involved in decision-making and problem-solving, while the temporal lobe plays a role in memory and language comprehension. The cerebrum receives and processes sensory information and allows us to interact with our environment.