The Reticular Formation Is Considered to Be the "Brain's Gatekeeper

question 209

Multiple Choice

The reticular formation is considered to be the "brain's gatekeeper" because:

• A) it can block or release outgoing neural motor commands.
• B) it can block or admit incoming sensory information.
• C) it regulates the vital functions of respiration and heart rate.
• D) it determines what neurons are physically connected to the cerebral cortex.

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