Question

question 20
the ____ receives messages from muscles, tendons, joints, and structures in our ear to control balance, coordination, movement, and motor skills.
a cerebellum
b sensory cortex
c substantia nigra
d ventral tegmental area
1 point

Explanation:

The cerebellum is responsible for receiving sensory - motor information from muscles, tendons, joints, and ear structures to control balance, coordination, movement, and motor skills. The sensory cortex processes sensory information from the body but not specifically for balance - related muscle, tendon, etc. inputs in the way the cerebellum does. The substantia nigra is related to the basal ganglia and movement disorders like Parkinson's, not directly to balance - related sensory - motor integration. The ventral tegmental area is involved in the reward system, not balance control.

Answer:

A. Cerebellum