A Scientific Prediction Is

question 104

Multiple Choice

A scientific prediction is

• A)not testable.
• B)a prophesy of how the future will unfold.
• C)a causal statement of the following form: A will occur because B occurred.
• D)a conditional statement of the following form: if A occurs,then B will follow.
• E)always based on the law of large numbers.

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Definitions:

Synaptic Connections

The points of contact where two neurons communicate with each other, transmitting signals through the release of neurotransmitters.

Brain's Growth

The process of physiological and structural development of the brain, often most rapidly occurring in childhood and adolescence.

Neuronal Pruning

The process by which extra neurons and synaptic connections are eliminated in order to increase the efficiency of neuronal transmissions.

Cell Death

The process by which a cell ceases to function and is eliminated, which can be a natural part of development or result from disease.