Which of the Following Will Stimulate the Paraventricular Nucleus and the Ventromedial

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which of the following will stimulate the paraventricular nucleus and the ventromedial hypothalamus?

• A) low levels of insulin
• B) stomach contractions
• C) high leptin levels
• D) low leptin levels

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REM Sleep

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REM Sleep

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Delta Waves

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Dreaming

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