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Which factor determines whether someone is an early bird or a night owl?
Which factor determines whether someone is an early bird or a night owl?
What does the circadian rhythm control?
What does the circadian rhythm control?
If someone has a longer circadian rhythm cycle, what are they more likely to do?
If someone has a longer circadian rhythm cycle, what are they more likely to do?
What did Henry Ford do to the workweek?
What did Henry Ford do to the workweek?
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Why did Henry Ford reduce the workweek?
Why did Henry Ford reduce the workweek?
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Study Notes
Circadian Rhythm
- A person's chronotype (early bird or night owl) is determined by their genetic predisposition, which affects their circadian rhythm.
- The circadian rhythm controls the body's internal clock, regulating sleep-wake cycles, hormone secretion, and other physiological processes.
Circadian Rhythm Cycle
- Individuals with a longer circadian rhythm cycle tend to be night owls and are more likely to stay up late and sleep in later.
Henry Ford and the Workweek
- Henry Ford reduced the standard workweek from 48 to 40 hours in 1926.
- He did this to reduce worker fatigue, improve productivity, and give employees more leisure time to enjoy their new cars.
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Description
Discover whether you are an early bird or a night owl with this quiz! Explore the role of circadian rhythms, genetics, and light in determining your energy levels and sleep patterns. Find out if you're more inclined to rise with the sun or stay up late burning the midnight oil. Take the quiz now and uncover your natural sleep-wake preferences!
