Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14e with Atlas of the Skeleton Set (14th Edition)

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Chapter 14 - The Brain and Cranial Nerves - Figure 14.6 - Page 483: 2

Answer

At the pyramidal decussation 90% of the corticospinal tract fibers cross over from one side of the brain to the other. The fibers of the large corticospinal that connect cerebrum and spinal cord, mediate control of voluntary movements of the trunk and limbs.

Work Step by Step

The main consequence of crossing over of pyramidal tracts is that each side of the brain controls voluntary movements on the opposite side of the body
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