Greg was a world-class diver until he hit his head on the diving board during one of his dives. He now has difficulty coordinating the movements required for various tucks and rotations. It is likely that when he hit his head on the diving board, Greg damaged his
A) cerebellum.
B) reticular formation.
C) amygdala.
D) temporal lobe

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The cerebellum is responsible for coordinating and regulating movement, including balance, posture, and the fine motor skills necessary for activities like diving. Damage to the cerebellum, as likely occurred in Greg's accident, can result in difficulty coordinating movements and impaired motor skills. The reticular formation is involved in regulating sleep and arousal, the amygdala is involved in processing emotions and fear, and the temporal lobe is involved in processing auditory information and memory. While these areas may also be affected by head injury, they are less likely to be the primary site of damage in this case.

Greg Was a World-Class Diver Until He Hit His Head