It is now generally acknowledged that adult brains are
A) set in their own ways.
B) capable of major adaptation.
C) not as plastic as developing brains.
D) both B and C
E) none of the above

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The statement "adult brains are capable of major adaptation" is supported by recent research on neuroplasticity. However, it is also true that the plasticity of adult brains is typically lower than that of developing brains. Therefore, the best choice is D, which correctly states that adult brains are capable of major adaptation but not as plastic as developing brains.

It Is Now Generally Acknowledged That Adult Brains Are