The fact that the young brain prunes and discards neural connections that are not used suggests ____.?
a. ?the importance of providing stimulating environments to children
b. ?that the use of operant conditioning techniques is the most effective way to discipline children
c. ?that proper nutrition is crucial to early development
d. ?that parents should not teach children a second language early in life
ANSWER:
a
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