Carlos Was Born with Cataracts in Both Eyes

question 113

Multiple Choice

Carlos was born with cataracts in both eyes. Even though they were removed when he was 5, his lack of visual experiences during early childhood makes it likely that he has experienced

• A) degeneration of neural connections in visual reception areas of the brain.
• B)an inability to develop heritable traits.
• C) difficulty incorporating new experiences into existing schemas.
• D)a massive loss of sensory neurons.

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