Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Development

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the development of the brain in humans?

• A)The synaptic connections decrease drastically during childhood.
• B)The connection between neurons is the highest at birth.
• C)The process of myelination begins at the prenatal stages.
• D)The process of myelination stops at adolescence.

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Definitions:

Intrinsic Motivation

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Varied Skills

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Path-goal Theory

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