Megan is participating in an EEG study at her university. Currently, she is awake, relaxed, and staring out the window while the technician takes some baseline readings. Which pattern of brain waves is most likely to be recorded from Megan's brain at this time?
A) beta waves
B) alpha waves
C) theta waves
D) delta waves

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Alpha waves are typically recorded in a relaxed, awake state with eyes closed or staring off into the distance. Beta waves are associated with alert, awake mental states, while theta waves are associated with drowsiness, meditation, and light sleep. Delta waves are associated with deep sleep.

Megan Is Participating in an EEG Study at Her University