Propensity (or tendency) for plasticity is greatest in infancy. middle childhood. late adolescence. middle age.

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5 September, 09:12

Propensity (or tendency) for plasticity is greatest in infancy. middle childhood. late adolescence. middle age.

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Alvin Kelley · Answer 1

The term plasticity as used in psychology refers to the ability of the brain to adapt and to change as a result of experiences. The propensity for plasticity tends to be greatest in infancy because the brain is young and it tries to organize itself in a new environment. Plasticity can also occur in cases where the brain is injured.