Due to Disruptions in Circadian Rhythms, When Are Heart Attacks

question 71

Multiple Choice

Due to disruptions in circadian rhythms, when are heart attacks and strokes most likely to occur?

• A) 8 am
• B) 12 pm
• C) 4 pm
• D) 10 pm
• E) 3 am

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An American psychologist best known for his work in intelligence testing and for initiating the longitudinal study of gifted children.

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