Male and female brains show some differences in structure and organization, and these differences tend to become more pronounced with age. When compared to boys, girls have:
A. more modular brains that show an advantage for visual and spatial performance.
B. more cerebrospinal fluid that cushions the long paths of nerve impulses.
C. more gray matter in their brains and the growth of gray matter peaks earlier.
D. bigger brains and more connective white matter.
Answer: C
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