Evidence suggests that many neurons die during development because of
A) faulty growth cones.
B) their inability to compete successfully for their target's neurotrophins.
C) genetic deformations.
D) metabolic excess.
E) synapse rearrangement.

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During development, neurons compete for limited amounts of neurotrophins, which are important for their survival and growth. Neurons that are unable to successfully compete for these resources may undergo programmed cell death.

Evidence Suggests That Many Neurons Die During Development Because of