After a motor vehicle accident, Alex has difficulty walking. He feels unbalanced and his movements are poorly coordinated. He likely sustained damage to
A) the pons.
B) the hypothalamus.
C) the reticular formation.
D) the medulla oblongata.
E) the cerebellum.

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The cerebellum is responsible for coordinating voluntary movement and balance, so damage to this area of the brain can lead to difficulty walking, unsteadiness, and poor coordination. The other structures listed are not directly involved in motor control and coordination.

After a Motor Vehicle Accident, Alex Has Difficulty Walking