Which of the following is true of neurons?
A) A neonate has lesser neurons than an adult.
B) A neonate's spinal cord contains more neurons than the brain.
C) As a child matures, axons in neurons shorten.
D) Infants are born with about 100 billion neurons, most of which are in the brain.

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Infants are indeed born with approximately 100 billion neurons, the majority of which are located in the brain. This high number of neurons at birth is crucial for the rapid development and learning that occurs in infancy and early childhood.

Which of the Following Is True of Neurons