Many older adults have difficulty with being steady on their feet, having difficulty with their gait, and overall balance issues. Research suggests that this is because as we age we commonly experience a loss of __________
A) white matter.
B) gray matter.
C) substantia nigra cells.
D) cerebellar lobes.

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Gray matter is responsible for processing information in the brain, including muscle control and sensory perception such as seeing and hearing, memory, emotions, speech, decision making, and self-control. Loss of gray matter can affect balance and coordination, which explains why older adults may have difficulty with gait and overall balance.

Many Older Adults Have Difficulty with Being Steady on Their