On average, the total brain weight of people in their 80s is about _ less than that of middle-aged people. however, for those with dementia, it is about _ percent.

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Sage Huang

27 July, 22:55

On average, the total brain weight of people in their 80s is about _ less than that of middle-aged people. however, for those with dementia, it is about _ percent.

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Jayden Stephenson · Answer 1

The answer is 8% and 12%

Dementia happen because many of the brain cells became dead and unable to fulfill its usual function.

The dead cells create lesser compositon inside the brain which lead to lower-than average brain weight.

On average, the total brain weight of people in their 80s is about ___ less than that of middle-aged people. however, for those with dementia, it is about ___ percent.

On average, the total brain weight of people in their 80s is about _ less than that of middle-aged people. however, for those with dementia, it is about _ percent.