Andrew is an officer on a nuclear submarine that on occasion stays submerged for months, preventing any exposure to natural sunlight. To help maintain his normal sleeping habits, Andrew should
A) not worry about sleep, because his internal biological clocks can function perfectly in the absence of sunlight.
B) not try to go to sleep unless he can barely keep his eyes open.
C) nap for 15- to 20-minute intervals once per day.
D) maintain a regular schedule of eating and physical activity.

Question

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Maintaining a regular schedule of eating and physical activity can help regulate Andrew's internal biological clock and improve his sleep patterns. Napping for short intervals once per day may disrupt his sleep schedule, and not trying to go to sleep until he is exhausted may lead to sleep deprivation. It is also not accurate to assume that his internal biological clocks can function perfectly in the absence of sunlight.

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