The basal ganglia influence voluntary movement by

A. directly inhibiting the thalamus, which in turn influences the premotor cortex and SMA.
B. directly inhibiting the premotor cortex and SMA, which in turn influences the thalamus.
C. making direct connections with primary motor cortex.
D. directly activating the thalamus, which in turn influences pre-SMA and SMA.


Answer: A

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