When She Was Pregnant with Joey,Joey's Mother Had a Poor

question 24

Multiple Choice

When she was pregnant with Joey,Joey's mother had a poor diet because food was in short supply in her war-torn country.The war ended after Joey was born,and his middle-class mother was able to provide him with adequate nutritious food throughout his childhood.Which of the following outcomes is the most likely for Joey?

• A)Joey may show few,if any,long term negative effects from his prenatal deprivation.
• B)Joey will probably experience serious long-term cognitive deficits.
• C)Joey will probably experience serious long-term emotional deficits,but not cognitive problems.
• D)Joey is at greater risk of serious ongoing health problems than youngsters who have adequate prenatal nutrition.

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