Current theories of the function of the basal ganglia emphasize their
A) role in modulating motor output.
B) involvement in a variety of cognitive processes.
C) systematic anatomical organization.
D) all of the above
E) both A and B

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Current theories suggest that the basal ganglia play a role in modulating motor output, as well as being involved in a variety of cognitive processes such as decision-making, motivation, and reward learning. While the basal ganglia do have a systematic anatomical organization, this does not necessarily define their function. Therefore, the best choice is E - both A and B.

Current Theories of the Function of the Basal Ganglia Emphasize