Major Motor Areas

Item #5 of 10

Which of the following statements is(are) true about the dorsolateral pathway?

It is a part of the pyramidal system.;

It crosses to the opposite side of the body.;

It controls movement of the hand.;

It controls movement of the arm and shoulder.;

All of the alternatives provided are correct.;

CORRECT - Yes, the dorsolateral pathway is a part of the pyramidal system that crosses from one side of the brain to control the hand, arm, and shoulders of the opposite of the body.

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		It is a part of the pyramidal system.;
		It crosses to the opposite side of the body.;
		It controls movement of the hand.;
		It controls movement of the arm and shoulder.;
		All of the alternatives provided are correct.;