Axons of the corticospinal tract cross the brainstem at the

A. middle cerebellar peduncle of the pons.
B. cerebral aqueduct of the midbrain.
C. hypoglossal canal.
D. decussation of the pyramids in the medulla oblongata.
E. primary fissure of the cerebellum.


Answer: D

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