Damage to the ventral nerve root in the lumbar region would affect a patient's ability to do which of the following?

A) Detect a pin prick on their legs
B) Move their legs
C) Detect a pin prick on their arm
D) Move their arm


Answer: B

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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