Dreaming is called "paradoxical sleep" because:
A)remembrance of your dreams is indicative of conscious processing of information.
B)the presence of theta waves during REM sleep is similar to wakefulness.
C)when sleepwalking,the individual is capable of successfully maneuvering about the environment.
D)the presence of delta waves during REM sleep is similar to wakefulness.

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Dreaming is called paradoxical sleep because the brain waves during REM sleep (when most dreaming occurs) resemble those of the waking brain, specifically theta waves. This is paradoxical because even though the body is in a deep state of sleep, the brain is quite active and resembles wakefulness.

Dreaming Is Called "Paradoxical Sleep" Because