A scientist wants to conduct a study in which an animal brain is transected but REM sleep could continue to be measured in the cerebral cortex. Which region must remain connected to the cortex?
A) Basal forebrain
B) Optic chiasm
C) Spinal cord
D) Pons

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REM sleep is controlled by brainstem structures, particularly the pons. Thus, in order for REM sleep to continue to be measured in the cerebral cortex, the pons must remain connected to the cortex.

A Scientist Wants to Conduct a Study in Which an Animal