Dennis Is Mentally Retarded

question 108

Multiple Choice

Dennis is mentally retarded. He has a flat nose, a protruding tongue, and upwardly slanted eyes. Which of the following statements is most likely to be true

• A)Dennis has Down syndrome, caused by an extra 21^st chromosome.
• B)Dennis has Down syndrome, caused by missing 21^st chromosome.
• C)Dennis has Down syndrome, caused by maternal alcohol consumption.
• D)Dennis has Down syndrome, caused by a lack of oxygen during birth.

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Natural Setting

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