Within the brain, NO

A. does not appear to play an important role in any system.
B. appears to play an important role in regulating breathing and blood pressure.
C. appears to play an important role in higher cognitive functions, such as attention.
D. appears to play an important role in regulating sensory input to the cortex.


Answer: D

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