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. Which symptoms would this person experience 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