Which one of the following best describes psychologists' current beliefs about the brain and learning?
A) Learning involves changes in synapses and possibly also involves the growth of new neurons and astrocytes.
B) Large doses of certain vitamins promote brain growth and lead to more rapid learning.
C) Left-hemisphere-dominant individuals are, on average, more effective learners than right-hemisphere-dominant individuals.
D) The brains of rapid learners are about 20% larger than the brains of slower learners.

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Psychologists currently believe that learning involves changes in synapses, specifically strengthening or weakening of connections between neurons. It is also possible that new neurons and astrocytes may be grown in certain areas of the brain involved in learning.

Which One of the Following Best Describes Psychologists' Current Beliefs