Which Statement About How Neurons Develop and Connect in Different

question 159

Multiple Choice

Which statement about how neurons develop and connect in different species is FALSE?

• A) In humans, brain connections depend heavily on experience, especially early in life.
• B) In nonhuman animal species, many brain connections are established by birth.
• C) Compared to other animals, the human brain is overdeveloped at birth.
• D) Compared to other animals, human brains are more customizable.

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Valence Electrons

Electrons located in the outer orbit of an atom.

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