The Degrees of Freedom Problem,which the Nervous System Must Solve

question 1

Multiple Choice

The degrees of freedom problem,which the nervous system must solve so that a person can achieve the action goal of a complex motor skill,involves determining:

• A) If an open-loop or closed-loop system is needed to control the action
• B) The amount of force needed to achieve an action goal
• C) The organization of muscles,limbs,and joints needed to achieve an action goal
• D) Which environmental cues are relevant for performing the skill

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