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Injury localized to the hypothalamus would most likely disrupt:

1. short-term memory.
2. co-ordination during locomotion.
3. executive functions, such as decision making.
4. regulation of body temperature.

Correct answer: regulation of body temperature.

Solution

The hypothalamus plays a crucial role in regulating body temperature, among other functions such as hunger, thirst, and sleep.

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