Alzheimer's disease is a degenerative brain disorder that affects more than 4 million Americans. Neuroscientists have many theories about the causes of Alzheimer's and are searching for clues as to causes of the neuronal destruction of the brain in this disease. Which of the following factors would not contribute to a loss of brain function?

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Intelligence

Intelligence refers to the intellectual functioning that compares a person's intelligence quotient (IQ) with other people of the same age. In other words, it is the ability to understand circumstances or situations and arrive at appropriate solutions. Both animals and plants exhibit intelligence.