We Produce Many More Synapses Than We Need, and Then

question 20

Multiple Choice

We produce many more synapses than we need, and then retain only those that are used in a "use it or lose it" fashion. What does this demonstrate?  ​

• A)the discontinuous model of development
• B)the universal approach to development
• C)the dominance of nature over nurture
• D)the important role of experience in wiring the brain

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Definitions:

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Pericardium

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