Which term describes nerve fiber tracts that cross over from one side of the body to the other?

A. Divergent
B. Convergent
C. Decussate
D. Ipsilateral
E. Contraindicate


C. Decussate

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A.   1 B.   2 C.   3 D.   4 E.   5

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