Question

Carlos was born with cataracts in both eyes. Even though they were removed when he was 5, his lack of visual experiences during early childhood makes it likely that he has experienced:
a) a massive loss of sensory neurons
b) difficulty incorporating new experiences into existing schemas
c) an inability to conceive of object permanence
d) degeneration of neural connections in visual reception areas of the brain
e) an inability to develop heritable traits

Answer 1

Answer:

d) degeneration of neural connections in visual reception areas of the brain.

Answer 2

Answer:

Degeneration of neural connections in visual reception areas of the brain ( D )

Explanation:

Cataracts is an eye deficiency found in both old and young individuals which involves the clouding of the lens of the human eye and this clouding can lead to poor vision and inability to see properly at night. also some other effects include the blurry or double vision been experienced by the individual suffering from it.

Since Carlos lacked Visual experiences due to the Cataract it will most likely lead to Carlos experiencing degeneration of neural connections in visual reception areas of the brain. because of the continuous impaired vision which he suffered before the surgery