Which of the Following Factors Has Been Definitively Ruled Out

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors has been definitively ruled out as a reason for the increase in diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder?

• A)stress
• B)maternal infections
• C)vaccinations
• D)immune reactions

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Monopolistic Competitor

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Elastic Demand Curve

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ATC Curve

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