Which of the following has not been suggested as a hypothesis concerning the evolutionary bases of sleep?
A) to reduce exposure to predators
B) to conserve energy
C) to reduce the risk of accidents during the night part of the day-night cycle
D) to restore energy and other bodily resources

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The hypothesis that sleep reduces the risk of accidents during the night part of the day-night cycle has not been suggested as an evolutionary basis of sleep. The other three choices - reducing exposure to predators, conserving energy, and restoring bodily resources - have all been proposed as potential evolutionary reasons for sleep.

Which of the Following Has Not Been Suggested as a Hypothesis