What condition is caused by a sudden failure of the RAS?
A)narcolepsy
B)Parkinson's disease
C)Alzheimer's disease
D)insomnia

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The RAS (Reticular Activating System) is responsible for maintaining wakefulness and alertness. A sudden failure of the RAS can result in a sudden onset of sleep, which is a symptom of narcolepsy. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. Parkinson's disease is caused by the loss of dopamine-producing cells in the brain, Alzheimer's disease is caused by the buildup of plaques and tangles in the brain, and insomnia is a sleep disorder that leads to difficulty falling or staying asleep. None of these conditions are directly related to the sudden failure of the RAS.

What Condition Is Caused by a Sudden Failure of the RAS