Dr. Bashir has implanted electrodes in the brain of a rabbit. When currents of different frequencies are passed through the electrodes, the rabbit will fall into a deep sleep or suddenly awaken. Based on this information, where are the electrodes most likely implanted?

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The reticular formation plays a key role in the sleep-wake cycle and can be stimulated or inhibited to induce sleep or wakefulness. Therefore, it is most likely that the electrodes are implanted in the reticular formation.

Dr Bashir Has Implanted Electrodes in the Brain of a Rabbit