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What does the expression PGO represent?

pons-geniculate-occipital;
pregeniculate occident;
monophasic, low frequency, high amplitude brain waves associated with eye movements;
an event that occurs during slow wave sleep;
both alternatives a and c are correct;

CORRECT - Yes, PGO stands for the monophasic, low frequency, high amplitude brain waves that occur in the pons, then geniculate nucleus, and finally in occipital cortex along with the rapid eye movements that occur during REM sleep.

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