According to the activation-synthesis model of dreaming,
A)an abundance of acetylcholine in the brain stimulates responses that lead to dreaming.
B)dreams reflect primarily higher-order thinking.
C)dreams are essentially reflective of psychological activity.
D)dreams are a reflection of unfulfilled desires.

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The activation-synthesis model of dreaming proposes that random neural activity in the brainstem during REM sleep stimulates responses in various areas of the brain, including those responsible for emotions, sensations, and memories. This leads to the creation of a dream. Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter that plays a key role in regulating REM sleep and is abundant during this phase, which supports choice A.

According to the Activation-Synthesis Model of Dreaming