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Conhecimentos Básicos, Conhecimentos Complementares e Prova Discursiva (para todos os cargos de nível superior) – 2 – Putting the brain’s soundtracks to work The brain is a dynamic, living organ. Every brain has a soundtrack. Its tempo and tone will vary, depending on mood, frame of mind, and other features of the brain itself. When that soundtrack is recorded and played back it may sharpen their reflexes during a crisis, and calm their nerves afterwards. Over the past decade, the influence of music on cognitive development, learning, and emotional well-being has emerged as a hot field of scientific study. To explore music’s potential relevance to emergency response, the Dept of Homeland Security’s Science & Technology Directorate (S&T) has begun a study into a form of neurotraining called “Brain Music” that uses music created in advance from listeners’ own brain waves to help them deal with common ailments like insomnia, fatigue, and headaches stemming from stressful environments. The concept of Brain Music is to use the frequency, amplitude, and duration of musical sounds to move the brain from an anxious state to a more relaxed state. Their goal is to find new ways to help first responders perform at the highest level possible, without increasing tasks, training, or stress levels. If the brain “composes” the music, the first job of scientists is to take down the notes. Each recording is converted into two unique musical compositions designed to trigger the body’s natural responses, for example, by improving productivity while at work, or helping adjust to constantly changing work hours. The compositions are clinically shown to promote one of two mental states in each individual: relaxation — for reduced stress and improved sleep; and alertness — for improved concentration and decision-making. If used properly, the music can boost productivity and energy levels, or trigger a body’s natural responses to reduce stress. Internet: <www.sti.nasa.gov/tto> (adapted). According to the text above, judge the following items.