Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Impact

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the impact of teratogens?

• A) Very few fetuses are exposed to teratogens, so it is easy to determine which teratogen causes which defect.
• B) Fetuses are safe from the effects of teratogens during the first trimester.
• C) Teratogens cause anatomical defects only after organogenesis is complete.
• D) Exposure to teratogens does more damage when it occurs at some points in development than at others.

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Definitions:

Theory of the Multiplier

An economic theory suggesting that an initial increase in spending leads to increased income and consumption, further magnifying economic activity.

Disposable Income

Disposable income for households to spend or save after accounting for income taxes.

Autonomous Consumption

The level of consumption spending that occurs when income is zero, representing the expenditures necessary for basic needs.

APC

Absolute Plate Count, a method used in microbiology to estimate the total number of viable bacteria in a sample. If this is not the intended context, then NO.