Identify a true statement about sleep needs and problems of adolescents.
A) White and Hispanic students are the most likely to be sleep deprived.
B) Insufficient sleep is not associated with an increased risk for obesity and diabetes.
C) Sleeping in on weekends does not make up for the loss of sleep on school nights.
D) Most U.S. adolescents age 13 to 18 sleep regularly for a minimum of 8 to 10 hours per 24-hour period.

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Sleeping in on weekends cannot fully compensate for the cumulative sleep debt that builds up over a week of insufficient sleep. This is because the body's sleep-wake cycle (circadian rhythm) can be disrupted, making it difficult to adjust to a regular sleep schedule during the week.

Identify a True Statement About Sleep Needs and Problems of Adolescents