AP Psychologyhardmcq1 pt
During REM sleep, the brain shows activity similar to:
A.Deep sleep (Stage 3/4)
B.Wakefulness
C.The onset of sleep (Stage 1)
D.Meditative states
Explanation
Core Concept
REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep features brain activity patterns similar to alert wakefulness, which is why it's sometimes called "paradoxical sleep"—the brain is active but the body is paralyzed.
Correct Answer
BWakefulness
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