Damage to One Side of the Lateral Tract Below the Level

question 143

Multiple Choice

Damage to one side of the lateral tract below the level of the medulla would most likely affect:

• A) fine motor control on the opposite side of the body.
• B) fine motor control on the same side of the body.
• C) bilateral control of the neck, shoulders, and trunk.
• D) rapid ballistic movements.

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