The Brain Is

question 114

Multiple Choice

The brain is

• A)fully specialized by 28 weeks after conception.
• B)fully specialized by birth.
• C)somewhat specialized at birth,but continues to become more specialized throughout childhood.
• D)not at all specialized at birth.
• Chapter Section: The Developing Nervous System

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