Which Factor Determines Whether the Mother Is Able to Grow

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which factor determines whether the mother is able to grow a healthy placenta?​

• A)the mother's prepregnancy nutrition
• B)the mother's prepregnancy weight
• C)​whether or not the mother receives vitamin supplementation
• D)​the size of the amniotic sac
• E)​the relative size of the embryo

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