During Adolescence, Gray Matter Decreases Due To

question 52

Multiple Choice

During adolescence, gray matter decreases due to:

• A) dendritic proliferation.
• B) dendritic pruning.
• C) synaptic pruning.
• D) synaptic proliferation.

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Definitions:

Dual Coding

refers to the process of combining verbal and visual information to enhance memory and learning.

Memory Retrieval

The process of recalling or bringing back information from the memory system into conscious awareness.

Sensory Storage

A very short-term storage system for sensory information before it is processed further for encoding or discarding.

Visual Features

Attributes or aspects of a visual stimulus, such as shape, color, size, and texture, that can be perceived and recognized.