_________ is the degree to which a developing structure or behavior is modifiable due to experience.

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Plasticity refers to the brain's ability to change and adapt in response to experiences. This means that a developing structure or behavior can be modified through experience, and this is what plasticity refers to. Option A (Synaptic pruning) refers to the process of eliminating unnecessary synapses in the brain during development. Option B (The principle of the independence of systems) refers to the idea that different systems in the body, including different parts of the brain, operate independently of each other. Option C (Myelination) refers to the process of forming a protective coating around nerve fibers, which speeds up the transmission of signals in the brain. While myelination is also important for brain development, it does not directly relate to the degree to which a developing structure or behavior is modifiable due to experience.

_________ Is the Degree to Which a Developing Structure or Behavior