Following a medical examination, an individual discovers that she has a large tumor located in the area of the brain known as the reticular formation, located in the lower part of the brain stem. This person would most likely suffer from which of the following symptoms as a consequence?
A) difficulty swallowing and breathing
B) inability to feel pain
C) inability to maintain balance
D) difficulty concentrating in a noisy room

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The reticular formation is involved in regulating attention and filtering out irrelevant stimuli, so a tumor in this area could lead to difficulty concentrating, especially in a noisy environment.

Following a Medical Examination, an Individual Discovers That She Has