What happens to the number of neurons in a monkey's brain over the course of development?

A. Monkeys acquire 35% of their adult neurons after birth.
B. Monkeys lose 35% of their visual cortex neurons between birth and adulthood.
C. Monkeys lose 5% of their neurons after birth.
D. The number of neurons in a monkey's brain remains relatively constant after birth.


Answer: B

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