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What is the most obvious advantage of sleep?

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What is the most obvious advantage of sleep?

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The most obvious advantage of sleep is that it helps our body recover from fatigue caused by the day’s activities. We become alert and active again, ready for the normal activities of the day.

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Chapter 7: The Wonder Called Sleep - Questions [Page 27]

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NCERT English - A Pact With The Sun Class 6
Chapter 7 The Wonder Called Sleep
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