Which statement is true of neurons within the ventrolateral preoptic area (vlPOA)?
A. Damage to the vlPOA produces sleepiness.
B. Excitotoxic lesions of the vlPOA in cats increased sleep.
C. vlPOA neurons have a low firing rate during sleep.
D. Electrical stimulation of vlPOA neurons produces signs of drowsiness.
Answer: D
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