The Key Lesson Learned by the Fact That Thalidomide Showed

question 94

Multiple Choice

The key lesson learned by the fact that thalidomide showed no impact when tested on pregnant rats but led to birth defects in humans is that

• A) ​teratogens impact different genotypes differently.
• B) ​teratogens impact specific aspects of development.
• C) ​teratogen effects may not emerge until later in life.
• D) ​teratogen effects are the same regardless of the time when the individual is exposed.

---

Definitions:

Spendthrift Trust

A trust created to protect the beneficiary from spending all the funds to which she or he is entitled. Only a certain portion of the total amount is given to the beneficiary at any one time, and most states prohibit creditors from attaching assets of the trust.

Grantor

An individual or entity that grants or transfers an interest in real property to another through a deed or other legal instrument.

Health-Care Powers

Legal authority granted to an individual (through a document or decree) to make medical decisions on behalf of another person.

Living Trust

A trust created by the grantor (settlor) and effective during his or her lifetime.