Asked by jayla warren on Jul 10, 2024
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According to research, which individual will likely show the greatest amount of plasticity following a brain injury?
A) Janessa, who is 6
B) Derick, who is 25
C) Barb, who is 48
D) Abel, who is 70
Plasticity
The capacity of the brain to change and adapt in response to experience, learning, or injury.
Brain Injury
A physical damage to the brain that can affect cognitive, physical, and emotional functions.
- Understand the concept of plasticity in human development across the lifespan.
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Veronica Ortega ReyesJul 17, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The younger the individual, the greater their brain plasticity and ability to recover from brain injury. Therefore, Janessa, who is 6 years old, is likely to show the greatest amount of plasticity following a brain injury.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the concept of plasticity in human development across the lifespan.
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