Which statement correctly describes slow-wave sleep?
A)It occupies a greater percentage of sleeping time than paradoxical sleep.
B)It is harder to arouse sleepers from than paradoxical sleep.
C) It is characterized by infrequent shifts in body position.
D) Dreaming is common.

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Slow-wave sleep, also known as non-rapid eye movement sleep, occupies a greater percentage of sleeping time than paradoxical sleep. It usually occurs in the first half of the night and is characterized by slow brain waves and decreased heart and respiratory rates.

Which Statement Correctly Describes Slow-Wave Sleep