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kamilo84

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Which of the following dangerous effects usually occur in humans after periods of sleep deprivation longer than 24 hours?
 
  A) schizophrenic tendencies
  B) lasting reductions in cortical activity
  C) chronic hormone imbalances
  D) chronic cardiac irregularities
  E) none of the above

Question 2

It is impossible for a human to stay awake longer than ________ hours without experiencing life-threatening physiological problems.
 
  A) 24
  B) 36
  C) 48
  D) 60
  E) none of the above


peilian

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: E

Answer to Question 2

Answer: E


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