Carla Just Had Chorionic Villus Sampling to Determine If Her

question 56

Multiple Choice

Carla just had chorionic villus sampling to determine if her fetus had birth defects. This test was likely performed between ________ weeks of gestation.

• A) 2 and 4
• B) 8 and 10
• C) 10 and 13
• D) 15 and 20

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Definitions:

Neuron Fires

The process by which a neuron transmits an electrical and chemical signal to another neuron.

Reaching

Reaching refers to the motor action of extending an arm or hand toward an object, usually to bring it closer; in development, it is a key milestone in fine motor skills.

Monkey

A primate generally characterized by a tail, manual dexterity, and a level of intelligence that allows for social behaviors and problem-solving.

Mirror Neurons

Neurons that fire both when an individual acts and when the individual observes the same action performed by another, thought to be involved in learning through imitation.