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ericka1

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Myelinated axons require more energy to transmit action potentials at faster rates of conduction.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

In the mature human brain, most changes consist of:
 
  a. Growth of new neurons
  b. Reorganization of connections for existing neurons
  c. Neural death
  d. Maintaining status quo of the existing neurons


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tranoy

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

False

Answer to Question 2

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Excellent

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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