Recent research has shown that intelligence is dictated by
A) the number of neurons not dedicated to set functions, like walking.
B) the number of neurons dedicated to movement and other set functions.
C) ratio of larger brain to body size.
D) ratio of smaller brain to body size.
E) degree of connections between neurons.

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Recent research has shown that intelligence is related to the number of neurons that are not dedicated to set functions, like walking. This means that the more neurons an animal has that are able to perform a variety of cognitive tasks, the more intelligent they are likely to be.

Answer: E 
 Another factor that may contribute to intelligence is the degree of connections between neurons. Animals with more extensive networks of connections between neurons may be able to process information more effectively and efficiently, leading to higher levels of intelligence.

Recent Research Has Shown That Intelligence Is Dictated by