Adolescents' increased processing speed is likely linked to neurons in the brain becoming:

A) larger and heavier.
B) responsive to increases in pubertal hormones.
C) covered with an insulating fatty material.
D) dependent on a greater variety of neurotransmitters.


Answer: C

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