Our Sleep-Wake Cycle Follows A(n) __________ Rhythm

question 141

Multiple Choice

Our sleep-wake cycle follows a(n) __________ rhythm.

• A) infradian
• B) diurnal
• C) circadian
• D) ultradian

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Definitions:

Certainty Effect

The tendency for people to give greater weight to outcomes that are certain, compared to outcomes that are only probable.

Self-Determination Theory

A theory of motivation that emphasizes the role of innate psychological needs in the development of personal growth and psychological well-being.

Autonomy

The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision independently. In personal context, it refers to self-governance or the right to self-direct one's life.

Internal Motivation

The drive to act or behave in a certain way based on internal rewards or personal satisfaction rather than external pressures or rewards.