We Produce Many More Synapses Than We Need,and Then Retain

question 67

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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