People who are selectively deprived of slow-wave sleep for several nights in a row
A) will suffer no ill effects whatsoever.
B) need to be awakened less and less frequently as the deprivation goes on.
C) will make up for the lost slow-wave sleep when allowed to sleep normally again.
D) will spend more time in REM sleep to compensate.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Selective deprivation of slow-wave sleep will lead to a compensatory increase in slow-wave sleep when allowed to sleep normally again. This is known as rebound sleep. Therefore, option C is the correct answer. Option A is incorrect because the lack of slow-wave sleep can have negative effects on cognitive and physical functioning. Option B is incorrect because the need for frequent awakening may increase as the deprivation continues. Option D is incorrect because there is no compensation with REM sleep.

People Who Are Selectively Deprived of Slow-Wave Sleep for Several