As We Age, the _____ Deteriorates More Quickly Than Other

question 16

Multiple Choice

As we age, the _____ deteriorates more quickly than other areas of the brain.

• A)cerebellum
• B)limbic system
• C)prefrontal cortex
• D)temporal lobe

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Definitions:

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