Which of the following statements about the basal nuclei is/are TRUE?
A) The caudate nucleus consists of the globus pallidus and the putamen.
B) The corpus striatum consists of the caudate nucleus and the lentiform nucleus.
C) The putamen and caudate nucleus regulate muscle tone required for specific movements
D) all of these choices.

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The corpus striatum indeed consists of the caudate nucleus and the lentiform nucleus, which itself is made up of the putamen and the globus pallidus. This organization is crucial for understanding the basal nuclei's role in motor control and coordination.

Which of the Following Statements About the Basal Nuclei Is/are