In the US, the 1990s were called “The Decade of the Brain” because

The 1990s were designated “The Decade of the Brain” to encourage research into how the brain works, including research that could improve understanding and treatment of mental health conditions. Brain surgery existed long before the 1990s, so choice A is incorrect. The effort was broader than studying intelligence, making B the best answer.

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