The putamen and globus pallidus are frequently considered to be subdivisions of the
A)caudate nucleus.
B)claustrum.
C)lentiform nucleus.
D)corpus striatum.
E)limbic system.

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The putamen and globus pallidus are both parts of the lentiform nucleus, which is one of the major subcortical structures of the brain. The lentiform nucleus is composed of the putamen and globus pallidus, and is often considered along with the caudate nucleus to be part of the larger basal ganglia system in the brain. Therefore, choice C, lentiform nucleus, is the best answer.

The Putamen and Globus Pallidus Are Frequently Considered to Be