Which of the following is an important subcortical structure involved in the control of movement?
A) Primary motor cortex
B) Premotor area
C) Supplementary motor area
D) Basal ganglia

Question

Which of the following is an important subcortical structure involved in the control of movement? 
A) Primary motor cortex
B) Premotor area
C) Supplementary motor area
D) Basal ganglia

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The basal ganglia is a subcortical structure that is essential for the control of movement. It is involved in the initiation, planning, and execution of voluntary movements. The other choices (A, B, and C) are cortical areas involved in motor control, but they are not subcortical structures.

Which of the Following Is an Important Subcortical Structure Involved