The correct answer is Medulla oblongata. Explanation & Key Takeaways: • The part of the brain from which the spinal cord originates is the Medulla oblongata. • The spinal cord is a long, tubular structure that extends from the medulla oblongata to the lumber part of the vertebral column. • It is a part of the central nervous system. • It controls the reflex actions and transmits sensory impulses from the skin and muscles to the brain. • The spinal cord is the nerve center and associated neurons are present in it. • The medulla is part of the hindbrain. • The spinal cord emerges from the medulla oblongata and the medulla connects it to the brain. • The medulla contains centers that control respiration, cardiovascular reflexes, and gastric secretion. • Thus its functions are related to the autonomic (involuntary) functions of breathing, sneezing, swallowing, digestion, regulating heart rate and blood pressure, etc. Related Concepts: Cerebrum : • The cerebrum is one of the parts of the forebrain and the site of intelligence, memory, behavior, and reasoning. • The cerebrum regulates vision, hearing, and speech, and involves in voluntary activities. Pons : • Pons is the part of hindbrain. • It consists of fiber tracts that interconnected different regions of the brain. Cerebellum : • The cerebellum is also the part of hindbrain. • It maintains balance and posture of the body and also coordinates voluntary movements.