Which of the Following Is the BEST Explanation for an Extended

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the BEST explanation for an extended childhood period in human development?

• A)During this time, a human's immune system reaches its full potential.
• B)A long childhood period is a "left over" adaptation from the time when the human life span was considerably shorter than it is today.
• C)Rebellion against authority is a necessary step in the evolutionary development of independent behavior.
• D)During this time, humans develop a large brain and gain experience required to master the complexities of human society.

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