During childhood, growth and development of the brain PRIMARILY occurs by increasing
A) neuron numbers only.
B) neuron size only.
C) number of dendrites and synapses only.
D) neuron numbers and neuron size.
E) neuron size and number of dendrites and synapses.

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During childhood, the brain primarily grows by increasing the size of neurons and the number of dendrites and synapses, which enhances connectivity and communication between neurons. Neuron numbers are largely established before birth.

During Childhood, Growth and Development of the Brain PRIMARILY Occurs