Identify the true statement(s).
A) Slow-wave sleep occupies a greater percentage of sleeping time than paradoxical sleep.
B) It is harder to arouse someone from slow-wave sleep than from paradoxical sleep.
C) Slow-wave sleep is characterized by frequent shifts in body position.
D) All of these.
E) Slow-wave sleep occupies a greater percentage of sleeping time than paradoxical sleep and is characterized by frequent shifts in body position.

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Both statements A and B are true, but statement C is false. Slow-wave sleep is actually characterized by reduced muscle activity and decreased body movements. Therefore, the best choice is E, which correctly identifies the percentage of sleeping time occupied by slow-wave sleep and the characteristics of this stage.

Identify the True Statement(s)