While providing solace to family members who have just been told that their infant sustained brain damage in a car accident, Dr. Baker tells them that the good news is that the infant is young and his brain is not fully mature. As compared to an adult's brain, the infant's brain has not been shaped or formed but is still highly responsive to the environment and the prognosis is good. Which of the following describes the topic of Dr. Baker's discussion?
A. cognitive neurology
B. brain plasticity
C. biological physiology
D. neural psychology
Answer: B
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