Which of the following is NOT a primary reason for the lowered brain volume of older adults compared to that of younger adults?
A) Shrinkage of neurons
B) Reduced length of axons
C) Lower numbers of synapses
D) Lower number of neurons

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The lowered brain volume in older adults is primarily due to shrinkage of neurons, reduced length of axons, and lower numbers of synapses. While there may be some loss of neurons in specific brain regions as we age, this is not a primary reason for the overall brain volume decrease.

Which of the Following Is NOT a Primary Reason for the Lowered