In REM sleep, the EEG resembles that of a person who is awake and mentally active, but

A. the person's blood pressure is low and the heartbeat is calm.
B. the person's chances of dreaming are very slight.
C. it is very difficult to rouse the person.
D. the person's muscle tone decreases to the point of virtual paralysis.


Answer: D

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