In One German Study, Students Who Were Asked to Engage

question 152

Multiple Choice

In one German study, students who were asked to engage in all-out sprints learned

• A) less than joggers as they were exhausted by the time they were exposed to a vocabulary test.
• B) more than joggers, as they experienced higher brain-derived neurotrophic factor levels.
• C) less than joggers, as they experienced higher brain-derived neurotrophic factor levels.
• D) more than joggers as they were tired and able to focus on the vocabulary words.

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Definitions:

Late Afternoon

The part of the day that extends from the mid to late afternoon, often considered to start around 3 pm and last until sunset.

Circadian Arousal

The fluctuation of physiological and behavioral processes, including wakefulness and sleepiness, following a roughly 24-hour cycle, influenced by external light-dark cycles.

Melatonin Secretion

The release of the hormone melatonin by the pineal gland, typically increased in response to darkness, influencing sleep patterns.

Sharpest Thinking

The state of having the most acute, focused, or keen cognitive function, allowing for optimal problem-solving and decision-making.