Synaptic pruning refers to the
A) production of neurons.
B) positioning of neurons.
C) disappearance of neurons.
D) wrapping of neurons in a fatty sheath that allows them to transmit information more rapidly.

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Synaptic pruning is the process of eliminating unused and unnecessary synapses between neurons. This process occurs during early brain development as the brain adapts to its environment and strengthens important neural connections while eliminating ones that are no longer needed. It is not related to the production or positioning of neurons, nor is it related to the wrapping of neurons in a fatty sheath.

Synaptic Pruning Refers to the