Which of the following areas demonstrates changes in neuronal activity during sleep?
A) Cerebellum
B) Reticular formation
C) Amygdala
D) Hypothalamus

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The reticular formation is a network of neurons that plays a key role in regulating arousal and sleep-wake cycles. During sleep, the activity of the reticular formation decreases, resulting in a decrease in arousal and an increase in slow-wave sleep. The other areas listed may also show changes in activity during sleep, but the reticular formation is the most directly involved in regulating sleep-wake cycles.

Which of the Following Areas Demonstrates Changes in Neuronal Activity