Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• A) A proper functioning placenta allows the mother's blood to mix with her fetus's blood.
• B) The embryo/fetus develops most of its organs during the preconceptual period.
• C) The placenta blocks toxic substances from reaching the embryo/fetus.
• D) Eight weeks after conception and until its birth, the developing human being is called a fetus.

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Definitions:

Variables

Elements, features, or factors that are likely to vary or change within a study, experiment, or any form of research.

Illusory Correlation

The perception of a relationship between two variables when no such relationship exists or it is much weaker than perceived.

Unrelated Variables

Variables in a study or experiment that are not connected to each other, having no direct influence or correlation.

Perception

The process by which individuals organize and interpret their sensory impressions to give meaning to their environment and experiences.