What is the hypothesis as to why humans show slower neurogenesis than most animals?
A) Humans can't learn as fast as other animals.
B) Humans learn earlier than other animals, so our brains form earlier.
C) Humans may need a permanent population of cortical neurons to help us remember important information; thus we show less change.
D) Humans have more prewired or hardwired circuits for advanced thinking; thus we show less change.

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The hypothesis is that humans need a permanent population of cortical neurons to help us remember important information, which means that we show less change in neurogenesis compared to other animals.

What Is the Hypothesis as to Why Humans Show Slower