Cerebral palsy is

a. a disability resulting from damage to the brain evidenced by motor problems, physical weakness, lack of coordination, and speech disorders.

b. a brain disorder characterized by recurrent seizure activity.

c. the failure of certain bones of the spinal column to fuse.

d. a disorder that is characterized by progressive weakening of the voluntary skeletal muscles.

a. a disability resulting from damage to the brain evidenced by motor problems, physical weakness, lack of coordination, and speech disorders.

Explanation:

Cerebral palsy -

It is the type of disorder, which disturbs the movement and muscle posture or tone, is referred to as Cerebral palsy.

The condition of Cerebral palsy occurs due to the any damage in the immature brain, which occurs before the birth.

The problem associated with cerebral palsy is abnormal reflexes and posture, unsteady walking, involuntary movements etc.

Hence, from the given options, the correct statement about cerebral palsy is a.