Melatonin is secreted during darkness and promotes sleep by
A) stimulating the increase in the neurotransmitter GABA
B) inhibiting the brain's mechanisms for promoting wakefulness
C) regulating the supply of blood to the limbs and brain
D) activating the sleep homeostat
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