A Mother Is Folding Laundry When She Hears a Whimpering

question 116

Multiple Choice

A mother is folding laundry when she hears a whimpering and the word "Mommy" coming from her toddler's bedroom.The part of the brain that screens incoming information and arouses her higher centers when her son needs attention is the:

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

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