Asked by Ruben Yanez on May 19, 2024
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Brain regions that are active as rats learn to navigate a maze show similar activity patterns again as the rats later experience
A) REM sleep.
B) hypnagogic sensations.
C) slow-wave sleep.
D) sleep spindles.
Navigate a Maze
The act of finding a way through complex pathways or problems, often used as a test in psychological and cognitive research.
REM Sleep
A phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, during which most dreaming occurs, and brain activity is comparable to that of wakefulness.
Slow-Wave Sleep
A deep stage of sleep characterized by low frequency and high amplitude brain waves, essential for physical recovery and memory consolidation.
- Explain theories related to the functions and meanings of dreams.
Verified Answer
AO
Ashley OrtegaMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The fact that the same brain regions are active during maze navigation and REM sleep suggests that the rats are replaying the maze in their minds during sleep, which is a characteristic of REM sleep.
Learning Objectives
- Explain theories related to the functions and meanings of dreams.