What Is a Circadian Rhythm? Give an Example of a Circadian

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Short Answer

What is a circadian rhythm? Give an example of a circadian rhythm that affects your daily behavior.

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Definitions:

Gross Pay

The total amount of salary or wages earned by an employee before any deductions are taken for taxes, social security, etc.

Calendar Year

The one-year period that begins on January 1 and ends on December 31, used for most civil purposes and by many businesses as a fiscal year.

Work Week

A work week refers to the standard period of time during which an employee is expected to work, usually defined by the employer, and often consisting of 40 hours.

FICA-OASDI

Taxes collected under the Federal Insurance Contributions Act for Old Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance, commonly known as Social Security.