The Dendritic Spine Density on the Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex (DLPFC)

question 20

Multiple Choice

The dendritic spine density on the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) is greatest in:

• A)children.
• B)teenagers.
• C)adults.
• D)older adults (i.e., age 65+).

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