Which of the Following Results Suggests That the Brain Plays

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following results suggests that the brain plays a role in regulating postural stability?

• A) Responses to stretch of the gastrocnemius muscle depends on the participant's expectations about whether the stretch will have destabilizing influences
• B) Responses to stretch of the gastrocnemius muscle depends on the health of the cerebellum
• C) Responses to stretch of the gastrocnemius muscle depends on the health of the vestibular system
• D) All of the above

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Definitions:

Hereditary Transmission

The process by which genetic information is passed from parents to offspring through their genes.

Pituitary Gland

A small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain which plays a crucial role in regulating vital body functions and general wellbeing by secreting hormones.

Master Gland

A common nickname for the pituitary gland, which controls crucial endocrine glands in the body, influencing growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

Endocrine Glands

Glands in the body that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream, important for regulating various bodily functions.