Evidence suggests that _____ shrinkage in the brain is linked to poor cognitive performance.

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Shrinkage in volume of the brain is linked to poor cognitive performance as it indicates a loss in brain cells and connectivity, which can lead to decreased cognitive abilities. Density and size alone cannot directly indicate the loss of brain cells and memory is a cognitive function that can be impaired by brain shrinkage but is not a measure of it.

Evidence Suggests That _____ Shrinkage in the Brain Is Linked