1. Handout 3B-2 We only use 10% of our brain’s capacity?
Describe what each brain structure would do for us while driving (not definitions)
What 90% of your brain would you like removed while driving?

2. Hippocampus Corpus Callosum Motor Cortex Broca's Area
Contributes to the formation of memories or road hazards and directions
Corpus Callosum
Contains sensory and motor driving information from both left and right hemispheres of the brain
Motor Cortex
Initiates driving actions like moving the foot to the brake
Broca's Area
Enables drivers to converse with other passengers and curse at drivers
Prefrontal Cortex
Helps to plan routes
Sensory Cortex
Registers the pressure of the right foot on the gas pedal or brake
Visual Cortex
Processes visual road signs like stop signs and speed limit signs
Cerebellum
Coordinates left and right hand movements on the steering wheel
Medulla
Regulates breathing and heart rate to concentrate and in dangerous situations
Pons
Assists the coordination of driving motions and alertness
Reticular Formation
Controls alertness and drowsiness while driving
Thalamus
Sends visual and auditory information to areas of the cerebellum
Hypothalamus
Makes us aware of body temperature, to adjust temperature controls, and if we're hungry or thirsty
Amygdala
Active during road rage