Which of the following dangerous effects usually occur in humans after periods of sleep deprivation longer than 24 hours?
A) an increased risk of developing schizophrenia
B) lasting reductions in cortical activity
C) chronic hormone imbalances
D) chronic cardiac irregularities
E) none of the above

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Sleep deprivation longer than 24 hours can lead to several negative health effects, but the specific outcomes listed (A, B, C, D) are not typically direct or immediate consequences of short-term sleep deprivation. Chronic conditions like those described usually require prolonged or more severe sleep disruption.

Which of the Following Dangerous Effects Usually Occur in Humans