Which one of the following is not a principal characteristic of the REM sleep?
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Correct answer: C. Lack of genital activity
Explanation
REM sleep features EEG desynchrony, loss of muscle tone, dreaming and genital activity, so 'lack of genital activity' is wrong.
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