Which of the following serves as a nucleus in the midbrain that is involved in maintaining muscle tone and coordinating movements?

A) inferior olivary nucleus
B) cerebral peduncles
C) substantia nigra
D) suprachiasmatic nucleus


Answer: C) substantia nigra

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