Regarding consciousness and altered states of consciousness (ASCs), which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. An unconscious person will die without constant care.
b. Recently, scientists have been able to explain specifically how consciousness occurs.
c. Most people do know when they have experienced an altered state of consciousness.
d. During ASCs, there are distinct shifts in memories, time sense, feelings of self-control, and suggestibility.
ANSWER: b
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