Bao Finds That She Feels Least Alert During the Day

question 31

Multiple Choice

Bao finds that she feels least alert during the day around 3 p.m., and she does her best work before noon every day. This is most likely because her circadian rhythm causes her cortisol to be _____ in the morning before noon and _____ in the afternoon around 3 p.m.

• A)higher; lower
• B)lower; higher
• C)absent; peaking
• D)balanced; unbalanced

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Definitions:

Animal Training

The practice of teaching animals specific responses to specific conditions or stimuli, often used for companionship, service, or entertainment.

Emotional Reactions

The spontaneous and often unconscious responses to events or stimuli that involve feelings, physiological arousal, and changes in behavior.

Reaction Time

The amount of time it takes to respond to a stimulus.

Observable Behaviours

Observable and quantifiable behaviors or responses of a person to either external or internal factors.