Which of the following is responsible for the ability to selectively attend to certain kinds of information in one's surroundings and become alert to changes?
A) reticular formation
B) pons
C) medulla
D) cerebellum

Question

Which of the following is responsible for the ability to selectively attend to certain kinds of information in one's surroundings and become alert to changes?
A) reticular formation 
B) pons 
C) medulla
D) cerebellum

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The reticular formation is responsible for regulating arousal and attention, allowing us to selectively focus on certain stimuli in our environment and become alert to changes.

Which of the Following Is Responsible for the Ability to Selectively