Tracey has been unable to participate in her gymnastics class and has become very uncoordinated since she was involved in an accident where she suffered a head injury.As a result of the accident,she was likely to have suffered damage to her ________.
A)cerebellum
B)medulla
C)cerebral cortex
D)hypothalamus

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The cerebellum is responsible for coordinating movement and balance. Damage to the cerebellum can result in problems with coordination and balance, which is consistent with Tracey's symptoms. The medulla is responsible for controlling heart rate, breathing, and other automatic functions, the cerebral cortex is responsible for higher-level thinking and consciousness, and the hypothalamus is important for regulating body temperature, hunger, and thirst. While damage to any of these areas could have significant consequences, they would not necessarily result in the specific symptoms Tracey is experiencing.

Tracey Has Been Unable to Participate in Her Gymnastics Class