A time window in which certain influences are necessary for appropriate brain development is called a ___ period.A time window in which the brain is susceptible to certain influences is called a ___.
A) critical; sensitive period
B) critical; critical period as well
C) sensitive; sensitive period as well
D) sensitive; critical period

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A time window in which certain influences are necessary for appropriate brain development is called a critical period, while a time window in which the brain is susceptible to certain influences is called a sensitive period. Therefore, Choice A (critical; sensitive period) is the best option since it accurately reflects both types of periods and their definitions.

A Time Window in Which Certain Influences Are Necessary for Appropriate