Neurons from the nucleus gracilis
A)relay information directly to the cerebrum.
B)decussate before entering the medial lemniscus.
C)relay sensory information to the ipsilateral cerebral hemisphere.
D)carry both crude and fine touch.
E)relay information directly to the cerebrum and carry both crude and fine touch.

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Neurons from the nucleus gracilis decussate before entering the medial lemniscus, meaning that they cross over to the opposite side of the body before relaying sensory information (such as touch or proprioception) to the contralateral cerebral hemisphere (the opposite side of the brain).

Neurons from the Nucleus Gracilis