According to the sleep passage, what happens in the brain during sleep?
Many students believe that studying late into the night is the best way to prepare for an exam. Scientists have found the opposite. During sleep the brain organizes what we learned during the day and stores it as memory. Rested students are alert in class and can concentrate for longer. They also make fewer mistakes when they solve problems. A good night's sleep is not a luxury but a tool. Most teenagers need between eight and ten hours each night.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Memories from the day are sorted and stored
- Step 1: The passage says the brain 'organizes what we learned'. Step 2. This means memories are sorted and stored. Answer: Memories from the day are sorted and stored. Why not the others: the others exaggerate or are not stated.
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