Which of the Following Environmental Factors May Influence Handedness

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following environmental factors may influence handedness? 

• A)prenatal exposure to ultrasound 
• B)prenatal exposure to x-rays 
• C)routine childhood immunizations 
• D)diet

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Definitions:

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