What Role Does Dopamine Play in Motor Control

question 64

Multiple Choice

What role does dopamine play in motor control?

• A) Dopamine binds receptors in the cerebral cortex to activate upper motor neurons to produce coordinated and smooth movements.
• B) Dopamine enhances the process of motor learning in the cerebellum to reduce motor error.
• C) Dopamine binds receptors on the caudate nucleus and putamen, inhibiting the globus pallidus. The upper motor neurons are eventually activated.
• D) Dopamine inhibits the substantial nigra of the basal nuclei and inhibits the upper motor neurons from initiating movement.

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