Cerebral palsy patients typically have some impairment of voluntary motor function and coordination. This condition can present in one of three patterns. Which of the following statements does not describe one of those patterns?

a. Involuntary muscle contraction in one or more extremities
b. Slow, involuntary movements and contractions that can affect balance
c. Rigidity in one or more extremity
d. Flaccid muscles in one or more extremity


Answer: d

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