Which of these statements best describes Parkinson's disease

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Parkinson's disease is characterized by a resting tremor, as opposed to an intention tremor which occurs during purposeful movement.

Note: A is incorrect because Parkinson's disease is associated with a deficiency of dopamine, not serotonin. B and D are also incorrect as intention tremor and cerebellar disorder are more commonly associated with other conditions such as multiple sclerosis or cerebellar ataxia.

Which of These Statements Best Describes Parkinson's Disease