Which of the following is true of Parkinson's disease (PD)?

A) PD is a rare neurodegenerative syndrome.
B) Nigrostriatal neurons die in PD.
C) Most cases of PD are inherited..
D) Muscle flacidity is a PD symptom.
E) Early intervention can cure PD.


Answer: B

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