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What is the minimum amount of sleep per night to avoid symptoms of fatigue during exams?

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Dr. Kirankumar Viramgama answered

6 hours: Generally regular 7-8 hours of sleep at least 1-2 weeks prior to the exam helps the recall process in exam , avoid fatigue. Less then 4 hours of sleep on night prior to the exam is not good and be avoided if possible.

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Answered 5/19/2013

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A member asked:

What is the minimum amount of sleep per night to avoid symptoms of fatigue during exams?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kirankumar Viramgama answered

Dr Ferdowsi and another doctor agreed

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