Describe the function of the caudate nucleus

A) The caudate nucleus is involved with sensory input from various somatic sensory receptors.
B) The caudate nucleus is involved with indirect modification of movement by output to the cerebral cortex.
C) The caudate nucleus is involved with speech production.
D) The caudate nucleus is involved with the subconscious adjustment and modification of skeletal muscle activity.
E) The caudate nucleus is involved in the direct control of voluntary movements by controlling somatic motor neurons in the brainstem and spinal cord.


Answer: D

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