Weeks after an automobile accident, a friend continues to have difficulty maintaining balance and movements.You should suspect that damage may have occurred to the
A)corpus callosum.
B)cerebellum.
C)medulla.
D)thalamus.

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Difficulty maintaining balance and movements suggests damage to the cerebellum, which plays a major role in coordinating voluntary movements and maintaining balance. The corpus callosum is not directly involved in motor function, while damage to the medulla or thalamus would likely present with additional symptoms beyond just balance and movement difficulties.

Weeks After an Automobile Accident, a Friend Continues to Have