MCAT Behavioral Sciences Question 3: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 3
3. A child has experienced nervous system damage and can no longer coordinate the movements to dribble a basketball, although she can walk. Which region of the central nervous system was most likely affected?
- A. Forebrain
- B. Midbrain
- C. Hindbrain
- D. Spinal cord
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The hindbrain is responsible for balance and motor coordination, which would be necessary for dribbling a basketball. The midbrain, choice (B), manages sensorimotor reflexes that also promote survival. The forebrain, choice (A), is associated with emotion, memory, and higher-order cognition. The spinal cord, choice (D), is likely not damaged as the child can still walk.