In person A, neurons of the brain area X have changed their tuning properties and now respond to a new class of stimuli. In person B, neurons of the brain area X have increased and strengthened their connections. Person A experienced a __________ change. Person B experienced a __________ change.

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Person A experienced a change in how the neurons function, specifically in their tuning properties, which is a functional change. In person B, the increased and strengthened connections between neurons suggests a physical, structural change in the brain area X.

In Person A, Neurons of the Brain Area X Have