During the Past Hour, Gaylon Has Been Experiencing Slow-Wave Sleep

question 142

Multiple Choice

During the past hour, Gaylon has been experiencing slow-wave sleep. Based on this description, which stages of sleep has Gaylon likely experienced during this time?

• A)Stages 1 and 2
• B)Stages 4 and REM
• C)Stages 3 and 4
• D)Stages 2 and 3
• E)REM and NREM

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