Which of the following activities would stimulate the reticular formation?
A)a warm bath
B)a clock radio coming on in the morning
C)a long lecture in a darkened auditorium
D)eating a big meal
E)getting a back rub

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The reticular formation is responsible for arousal and attention, so the sudden stimulus of the clock radio coming on in the morning would stimulate the reticular formation. The other activities listed, such as a warm bath, long lecture, eating a big meal, or getting a back rub, may be relaxing or pleasant, but they do not specifically stimulate the reticular formation.

Which of the Following Activities Would Stimulate the Reticular Formation