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Motor Area - GCSE Psychology Definition

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The motor area is a part of the brain, specifically located in the frontal lobe, that is responsible for controlling voluntary movements. This area helps send signals from the brain to different parts of the body, telling muscles to move. For example, when you decide to pick up a pen or kick a ball, the motor area helps you carry out those actions smoothly.

Understanding the motor area is important in psychology because it shows how the brain links to our physical actions and movements.

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