The Impulsive, Irrational Behaviour Characteristic of Adolescents May Be Due

question 168

Multiple Choice

The impulsive, irrational behaviour characteristic of adolescents may be due to:

• A) a dramatic increase in gray matter.
• B) a steady decrease in white matter.
• C) underproduction of association areas.
• D) synaptic pruning.

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