Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE of REM Sleep

question 103

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE of REM sleep and dreaming?

• A)It is the only sleep stage in which dreaming occurs.
• B)The major muscles of the body appear to be paralyzed during REM sleep.
• C)It is in this stage that dreams are least vivid.
• D)Dreams that occur in this stage can rarely be remembered.

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