During adolescence, changes in the levels of dopamine make adolescents less responsive to rewards. As a result, they may
A) increase their risk-taking behavior as a way to seek more novel and engaging stimuli.
B) improve their ability to concentrate and remember new information.
C) become less influenced by pressure from their peers.
D) increase the number of hours spent sleeping each night.
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