Which of the Following Statements About Sleep Is TRUE

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about sleep is TRUE?

• A)Most adults need seven to nine hours of sleep every night to stay healthy.
• B)The body is completely still and relaxed during REM sleep.
• C)Drinking alcohol before bedtime improves a person's sleep.
• D)An increase in total sleep time causes an increase in the level of stress hormones.

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Definitions:

Synaptic Space

The tiny gap at the junction between two neurons, across which neurotransmitters travel to transmit signals.

Alzheimer's Disease

A progressive neurological disorder that causes memory loss, impaired reasoning, and changes in personality, primarily affecting older adults.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in both the central and peripheral nervous systems that plays a key role in muscle activation and is involved in several cognitive functions.

Deficiency

The lack or insufficiency of something necessary, often used in the context of nutritional, mental, or emotional needs.