Damage to the Pyramidal Cells of the Cerebral Cortex Would

Question

Damage to the pyramidal cells of the cerebral cortex would directly affect
A) perception of pain.
B) sight.
C) voluntary motor activity.
D) hearing.
E) balance.

Accepted Answer

Pyramidal cells are responsible for initiating and controlling voluntary motor activity. Damage to these cells would directly affect an individual's ability to move their muscles in a purposeful manner.