The basal nuclei
A)plan and coordinate voluntary muscle activity.
B)provide the general pattern and rhythm for movements such as walking.
C)coordinate sensory information.
D)control the secretions of the pituitary gland.
E)control respiration and blood pressure.

Question

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The basal nuclei are responsible for providing the general pattern and rhythm for movements such as walking.

Answer A is incorrect because the planning and coordination of voluntary muscle activity is primarily controlled by the cerebral cortex and cerebellum.

Answer C is incorrect because the coordination of sensory information is primarily controlled by the thalamus.

Answer D is incorrect because the control of pituitary gland secretions is primarily controlled by the hypothalamus.

Answer E is incorrect because the control of respiration and blood pressure is primarily controlled by the medulla oblongata in the brainstem.

The Basal Nuclei