During Lecture, Some of the Students Appear to Have Fallen

question 379

Multiple Choice

During lecture, some of the students appear to have fallen asleep. The teacher decides to drop a heavy book on the floor, startling and arousing the students. This is due to the function of the:

• A) reticular activating system.
• B) medulla.
• C) pons.
• D) brain stem.

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