In 2005, a young 7-year-old girl was identified in Florida who had much of the same type of neglect and early upbringing as the famous girl "Genie." Given the Florida girl's age, you would expect that she:

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Since the Florida girl is younger than Genie was when she was found, there is a higher chance of some recovery as the brain is still undergoing development and can be influenced by environmental factors. However, the extent of recovery is uncertain and will depend on various factors, such as the severity and duration of neglect, interventions received, and individual differences in brain plasticity. Option A is incorrect because recent research has shown that the brain remains plastic and capable of change throughout life, although the degree of plasticity may vary across different regions and ages. Option C is incorrect because recovery is not guaranteed and may depend on various factors. Option D is incorrect because repairing the brain is still a complex and challenging process, and there is no definitive cure for the effects of severe neglect and deprivation on brain development.

In 2005, a Young 7-Year-Old Girl Was Identified in Florida