Based on What Researchers Have Learned Regarding Experience and Neural

question 150

Multiple Choice

Based on what researchers have learned regarding experience and neural development, which statement best reflects their findings?

• A) At all points in development, intrinsic and environmental factors interact to support the structures and functions of the brain.
• B) In infancy, genetics and biological functioning are more important for brain growth.
• C) In infancy, experience plays a more significant role in brain growth than genetics.
• D) The brain experiences the most growth prenatally which means that genetics plays a greater role than the environment.

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