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Question 16 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology A

What might be a sign that the pineal gland is not functioning correctly?

Answer
A
A person is too tall.
B
A person’s sleep patterns are off.
C
A person has a craving for chocolate.
D
A person startles easily.

Explanation

The pineal gland produces melatonin, a hormone that helps regulate the body’s sleep-wake cycle. If the gland is not functioning correctly, melatonin regulation may be disrupted, causing a person’s sleep patterns to be off. Being unusually tall, craving chocolate, or startling easily are not typical signs of pineal gland dysfunction.

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