In the two groups of descending tracts in the motor system, neurons of the __________ control the movements of the trunk, whereas neurons of the __________ control movements of the hands and fingers.
A. ventromedial group; lateral group
B. primary motor cortex; secondary motor cortex
C. lateral group; ventromedial group
D. premotor cortex; nigrostriatal bundle
Answer: A
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