Circadian rhythms have been shown to influence all of the following EXCEPT
A) cognitive performance on tasks requiring alertness and short-term memory.
B) emotional experiences such as feelings of happiness and sadness.
C) sleep.
D) physical functions such as body temperature and urine production.

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Circadian rhythms have been shown to influence cognitive performance, sleep, and physical functions such as body temperature and urine production. However, there is limited evidence to suggest that they directly influence emotional experiences such as feelings of happiness and sadness. While circadian rhythms may indirectly influence emotions by affecting sleep and other bodily functions, they do not have a direct impact on emotional experiences themselves.

Circadian Rhythms Have Been Shown to Influence All of the Following