Which of the following statements does NOT describe an adaptive and beneficial function of sleep?
A) Sleep enables the brain to restore itself.
B) Activity is limited during sleep, keeping us safe from harm.
C) Sleep strengthens neural connections that increase learning.
D) Sleep allows us to imagine and dream.

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While dreaming during sleep can have potential cognitive benefits, the statement "sleep allows us to imagine and dream" does not describe an adaptive or beneficial function of sleep. Dreaming is not a necessary function of sleep and some individuals may not even remember their dreams, indicating that dreaming is not essential for the restorative and protective functions of sleep.

Which of the Following Statements Does NOT Describe an Adaptive