____,individuals become more capable of focusing their attention on relevant information and disregarding what is irrelevant.

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In middle childhood, around ages 6-11, individuals develop increased cognitive control which allows them to focus attention on relevant information and ignore distractions. This is due to developments in the prefrontal cortex of the brain, which is responsible for executive functioning and impulse control.

____,Individuals Become More Capable of Focusing Their Attention on Relevant