The Cerebral Cortex

question 28

Multiple Choice

The cerebral cortex

• A) contains the greatest number of neurons and synapses in the brain.
• B) is the first part of the brain to stop growing.
• C) is less sensitive to environmental influences than other parts of the brain.
• D) fully develops during the third trimester of pregnancy.

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Definitions:

Latency Stage

A stage in Freudian psychosexual development occurring from around age six until puberty, characterized by a decrease in sexual urges and interests.

Adolescence

A stage of development following childhood and preceding adulthood, typically from ages 12 to 18, marked by significant physical, psychological, and social changes.

Sexual Impulses

Natural, instinctual urges related to sexual desire and activities.

Same-Sex Friends

Individuals who form friendships with others of the same gender, which is common during childhood and can influence social and emotional development.