___________ describes a process in which the brain reduces unnecessary neural connections.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Answer: Pruning

Psychology

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Worldwide, there is an average gap of 2 to 4 years between children in families. In developing countries, this is especially accurate due to:

a. the cost associated with bringing another child into the family. b. the traditional culture pattern of a having a child that acts as "head" of the other children. c. breastfeeding for two years. This acts as a natural contraceptive. d. desire to space children in different academic years in school.

Psychology

Demonstrate your knowledge of the experimental method by designing a project that would

evaluate the effectiveness of a new after-school program. What will be an ideal response?

Psychology