Motor Pathways

Item #5 of 10

Which of the following statements is true about the vestibulospinal tract?

It conveys information about balance and body position from the inner ear, which is used to accurately guide postural movements.;

It contributes information about the spatial location of visual and auditory events, thereby aiding accurate movements of orientation toward these events.;

It contributes motor programs for common movements such as jumping, walking, sneezing, coughing, and respiration.;

It is involved in controlling the locomotion that results from alternating movement of the limbs;

None of the alternatives provided is correct.;

INCORRECT - A correct alternative is provided.

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		It conveys information about balance and body position from the inner ear, which is used to accurately guide postural movements.;
		It contributes information about the spatial location of visual and auditory events, thereby aiding accurate movements of orientation toward these events.;
		It contributes motor programs for common movements such as jumping, walking, sneezing, coughing, and respiration.;
		It is involved in controlling the locomotion that results from alternating movement of the limbs;
		None of the alternatives provided is correct.;