Brain abnormalities associated with Alzheimer's disease include

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Excessive amounts of neurofibrillary tangles and plaques are a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. These abnormal protein deposits can disrupt communication between nerve cells and ultimately lead to cell death.

Answer: B
 Smaller cerebral ventricles than can be accounted for by normal aging have been observed in individuals with Alzheimer's disease. This may be due to the loss of brain tissue and atrophy that occurs with the disease.

Answer: C
 Blocked blood vessels, which may result in tissue death, can occur in individuals with Alzheimer's disease. This can lead to a range of symptoms, including cognitive decline and motor impairments.

Answer: None of the above
 The statement "damage that is confined primarily to the inner layers of brain tissue" is not accurate as Alzheimer's disease affects multiple regions of the brain, including the outer layers (cortex) and deeper regions such as the hippocampus.

Brain Abnormalities Associated with Alzheimer's Disease Include