If the primary motor cortex is destroyed, fine control of movement will be lost, but movement may not be lost completely because the medial and lateral pathways can still provide coarse motor control.
A) The first part of the statement is True , and the second part of the statement is False
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B) The first part of the statement is False , and the second part of the statement is True
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C) Both parts of the statements are True .
D) Both parts of the statements are False .

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The primary motor cortex is responsible for fine motor control, so its destruction leads to loss of fine movement control. However, the medial and lateral pathways can still provide some level of coarse motor control, allowing for basic movement.

If the Primary Motor Cortex Is Destroyed, Fine Control of Movement