In the context of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, which of the following statements is true of alpha waves?
A. They are slower, higher-energy waves than beta waves.
B. They are rapid, higher-energy waves than delta waves.
C. They are rapid, low-energy waves.
D. They are slower, lower-energy waves than theta waves.
Answer: A
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