Which of the following is a function of the cerebellum?

A. Coordination of movement
B. Motor planning
C. Cognitive function
D. All of the above


ANS: D
Rationale: The following list summarizes cerebellar functions: (1) coordination of movement, including fine finger movements, limb and head movements, postural control, and eye movements; (2) motor planning; (3) cognitive functions, including rapid shifts of attention; and (4) fibers from the cerebellum synapse with fibers in the reticular formation to achieve their role in directing attention.

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