Regarding dark adaptation, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) Dark adaptation occurs more quickly as we grow older.
B) Dark adaptation can be wiped out by just a few seconds of viewing bright lights.
C) When completely dark adapted, the human eye is almost as sensitive as the eye of an owl.
D) If one is drinking alcohol, dark adaptation may take 30 to 50 percent longer because alcohol dilates the pupils.
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