Motor Pathways

Item #9 of 10

The red nucleus __________________.

lies within the midbrain;

is a part of the extrapyramidal motor system;

is a processing center along the corticorubrospinal tract of the dorsolateral pathway;

affects the movement of distal muscles of the arms and legs that control functions of the hands (but not fingers)and feet.;

all of the alternatives provided are correct.;

INCORRECT - Although this statement is correct, a better alternative is provided.

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		lies within the midbrain;
		is a part of the extrapyramidal motor system;
		is a processing center along the corticorubrospinal tract of the dorsolateral pathway;
		affects the movement of distal muscles of the arms and legs that control functions of the hands (but not fingers)and feet.;
		all of the alternatives provided are correct.;