Concerning early neural development, which of the following statements is TRUE?
A) A few neurons die; those that survive generally remain unchanged through subsequent development.
B) A few neurons die; those that survive often lose dendritic or synaptic connections during subsequent development.
C) Many neurons die; those that survive generally remain unchanged through subsequent development.
D) Many neurons die; those that survive often lose dendritic or synaptic connections during subsequent development.

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During early neural development, there is typically an overproduction of neurons. Many of these neurons die through a process called apoptosis. The neurons that survive often undergo further refinement, including the loss of dendritic or synaptic connections. This allows for more precise neural circuits to form. Therefore, statement D is the most accurate description of early neural development.

Concerning Early Neural Development, Which of the Following Statements Is