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What are the maximum hours a normal person could stay awake?
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You do the math: Put another way, you should get 8-10 hours of sleep.
Answered 3/17/2013
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Going 4 world record: Their isn't a known scientific/medical limit on how long a person can stay awake, at least to function somewhat normally. I believe the world record-holder randy gardner claimed about 11.5 days back in 1964. The ability to stay awake for prolonged period of time varies, but sleep deprevation has many consequences. I can't do it for more than 24. I am a baby. Good luck.
Answered 3/18/2013
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