Which Is Not a Developmental Cascade Related to Low Birth

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which is not a developmental cascade related to low birth weight?

• A) Problems with attention
• B) Problems with language development
• C) Compromised motor coordination persisting into adulthood
• D) Cerebral palsy
• E) None of the above-all are possible developmental cascades related to low birth weight

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