Studies Show That Animals and Children Alike That Are Raised

Studies show that animals and children alike that are raised in stimulating environments differ in the development of synaptic connections compared to those in impoverished circumstances. What does this suggest about the role of the home environment?

A) Affluent homes will produce more successful children.
B) Exposure to enriched experiences such as music education and sensitive caregiving may lead to complex synaptic connections.
C) Parents who fail to be responsive cause minimal synaptic functioning in their children.
D) Parents must consider be careful not to overstimulate their children in the home.
E) Homes in which children receive stringed-instrument training produce the highest functioning children.