The Impulsive, Irrational Behavior Characteristic of Adolescents May Be Due

question 177

Multiple Choice

The impulsive, irrational behavior characteristic of adolescents may be due to:

• A)a dramatic increase in gray matter.
• B)a steady decrease in white matter.
• C)underproduction of association areas.
• D)synaptic pruning.

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