Maricella is typing her term paper in the computer lab. Although a class is going on just a few feet away, she does not seem to notice. Which part of the brain allows Maricella to focus on her typing and ignore the distractions that surround her?
A) reticular formation
B) pons
C) medulla
D) cerebellum

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The reticular formation is responsible for regulating arousal and attention, allowing individuals to focus on a particular task while ignoring distractions in the environment.

Maricella Is Typing Her Term Paper in the Computer Lab