The Hypothesis Concerning the Evolutionary Bases of Sleep That Has

question 4

Multiple Choice

The hypothesis concerning the evolutionary bases of sleep that has the strongest support suggests that sleep evolved to help individuals

• A) reduce exposure to predators.
• B) conserve energy.
• C) reduce the risk of accidents during the night part of the day-night cycle.
• D) restore energy and other bodily resources.

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Definitions:

Probability

A quantitative measure indicating the likelihood or chance of a certain event occurring.

Neurotransmitter

Chemical agents that facilitate communication between neurons across synapses in the nervous system.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter associated with pleasure, movement, and attention in the brain.

Amphetamine

A potent central nervous system stimulant used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy, and sometimes as a recreational drug.