Question

The ______________, responsible for abstract reasoning and complex problem solving, is one of the last areas to mature and does not finish its prune-and-mature process until the end of adolescence.

Answer 1

Answer:

Prefrontal Cortex

Explanation:

The prefrontal cortex covers as much as ten percent of the brain. It is situated at fore side of the frontal lobe. The prefrontal cortex is responsible for executive functions such as abstract reasoning, decision making, planning and decision making on complex problems. Maturation of the prefrontal cortex takes a while but continues until the peak of adolescence. This accounts for the difference in the level of intelligence and intellectual ability between infants and adults.

Answer 2

Answer: The prefrontal cortex.

Explanation: The prefrontal cortex is a part of the cerebral cortex covers the front region of the frontal lobe. The prefrontal cortex has been linked with planning, reasoning, problem solving, comprehension, impulse-control, creativity and perseverance, organizing of complex behavior, moderating social behaviour and decision making.