Which of the Following Statements About Persons with Down Syndrome

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about persons with Down syndrome is TRUE?

• A) Most are profoundly retarded.
• B) Most have severe health problems and die before age 30.
• C) Most require total care for life.
• D) Most can function to some degree in society.

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Utricle

Cavity in the vestibule of the vertebrate inner ear; contains sensory receptors for gravitational equilibrium.

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