In an experiment by Kolb, Gibb, and Gorny (2003), animals of varying ages were placed in complex environments. Their findings suggest that
A. the impact of the environment on the brain is different at varying stages of life.
B. the impact of the environment on the brain is significant but uniform throughout the lifespan.
C. environments that are beneficial to the aged may be harmful to the young.
D. the environment has little effect on the brain throughout the lifespan.
Answer: A
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