Loss of muscle coordination results from damage to the ________.
A) cerebrum
B) hypothalamus
C) cerebellum
D) thalamus
E) midbrain

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Loss of muscle coordination, also known as ataxia, is a common symptom of damage to the cerebellum. The cerebellum is responsible for controlling movement and coordination, so damage to this area can result in difficulty with balance and muscle control. The other structures listed do not have as direct a role in motor control.

Loss of Muscle Coordination Results from Damage to the ________