AP PSYCHOLOGY

BIOLOGICAL BASES OF BEHAVIOR

BIOLOGY OF CONSCIOUSNESS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Hagrid’s brain is releasing alpha waves, so what is he most likely doing?
A
practicing casting spells with his umbrella wand
B
playing with his dog fang
C
relaxing in his chair in his hut
D
having a dream about fantastic beasts
E
battling death eaters at Hogwarts
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Theta waves are the brain waves that occur in the 3 to 8 Hz range. They can occur when you’re sleeping, but they tend to be more dominant when you’re deeply relaxed or in a meditative state.

Detailed explanation-2: -Alpha waves usually occur when you are engaged in activities such as daydreaming, meditating, or practicing mindfulness. Research suggests that this type of brain wave may play a role in reducing symptoms of depression and improving creativity.

Detailed explanation-3: -Alpha waves in healthy, awake adults occur while resting with the eyes closed. They disappear during sleep and vanish when there is concentration on a specific task.

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