Why Might the Fetus Move Less Often During the Ninth

question 79

Multiple Choice

Why might the fetus move less often during the ninth month of gestation than before?

• A) Growth has slowed, so movements will too.
• B) The fetus is conserving energy for the difficult birth process.
• C) The fetus is spending more time sleeping.
• D) The fetus is larger and there is simply less room for movement.

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