"You can't teach an old dog new tricks" was commonly believed, since it was assumed that neurons cannot be generated past a certain age. Recent research, however, suggests that _______________ is less limited than previously thought.
A) neurogenesis
B) brain grafting
C) connectionism
D) collateral sprouting
E) neural migration

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Neurogenesis refers to the generation of new neurons. While it was previously believed that neurons can't be generated past a certain age, recent research has shown that neurogenesis is less limited than previously thought. Therefore, this is the best choice for the blank. Options B, C, D, and E are irrelevant to the concept of neuron generation and migration.

"You Can't Teach an Old Dog New Tricks" Was Commonly