Which Statement Regarding Increases in Cognitive Abilities Is True

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding increases in cognitive abilities is true?

• A) Increases in cognitive abilities are due to growth in the size of the brain.
• B) Expansion of the synapses leads to increases in cognitive abilities.
• C) Changes in levels of neurotransmitters lead to an increase in sensation seeking.
• D) Maturation of the hippocampus allows for complex activities such as planning and metacognition.

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