When the Developmental Changes in Gray Matter Brain Volume Are

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Multiple Choice

When the developmental changes in gray matter brain volume are plotted on a graph, the results show an inverted U-shaped pattern. This shape reflects changes in gray matter in what way?

• A) The volume, thickness, and synaptic density of gray matter is high in early childhood and gradually decreases over time.
• B) The volume, thickness, and synaptic density of gray matter is relatively low in early childhood and increases during adolescence.
• C) The volume, thickness, and synaptic density of gray matter is relatively low in early childhood and stays at the same level throughout adolescence.
• D) The volume, thickness, and synaptic density of gray matter is relatively low in early childhood, gradually increases during adolescence, then declines.
• E) The volume, thickness, and synaptic density of gray matter is relatively high in early childhood, gradually increases during adolescence, then declines.

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