Jimmy is a university student with attention deficit disorder who regularly takes Ritalin. He is taking a math exam on Monday at noon. To ensure peak clinical effectiveness of the Ritalin for his exam, what time would be best for Jimmy to take his medication?

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Ritalin typically takes effect within 30-60 minutes and reaches peak effectiveness 2-3 hours after ingestion. Therefore, taking the medication between 7:00 and 11:00 in the morning would ensure that Jimmy's Ritalin is at peak effectiveness during his noon exam. Taking it too early (24 hours before) or too late (right at the beginning of the exam) would not maximize its effectiveness during the crucial period of the exam. Taking it the night before would also not ensure that it is at peak effectiveness during the exam. 12 hours in advance may not ensure that it is at peak effectiveness during the exam, as its effects may begin to wear off after this time period.

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