The lateral hypothalamus may be involved in

A) stoppage of eating.
B) the onset of eating.
C) processing low fats.
D) food allergies.

Answer: B
Rationale: Researchers have found that electrically stimulating the lateral hypothalamus causes rats to begin to eat; thus this structure may serve as an "on" switch.

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