Which Area of the Brain Coordinates Complex Motor Patterns

Question

Which area of the brain coordinates complex motor patterns?
A) brainstem
B) thalamus
C) pons
D) cerebral cortex
E) cerebellum

Accepted Answer

The cerebellum is responsible for coordinating complex motor patterns and maintaining balance and posture. The brainstem and thalamus are involved in basic motor functions but not complex patterns, while the pons is involved in regulating breathing and sleep. The cerebral cortex is responsible for higher-level cognitive functions such as thinking and problem-solving, but not specifically for motor coordination.