Which of the following conditions is the result of degeneration of motor neurons in the spinal cord?
A)spina bifida
B)amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
C)myasthenia gravis
D)cerebral palsy

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Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a condition where motor neurons in the spinal cord degenerate, causing muscle weakness and eventually paralysis. Spina bifida is a neural tube defect that affects the development of the spinal cord. Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disorder that affects neuromuscular junctions. Cerebral palsy is a brain disorder that affects movement and posture.

Which of the Following Conditions Is the Result of Degeneration