According to Ancient Chinese Folklore, How Can One Predict Whether

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Multiple Choice

According to ancient Chinese folklore, how can one predict whether a pregnant woman is having a boy?

• A)if the mother's age and the month of conception are both even or odd
• B)if a woman is carrying her pregnancy low in her abdomen
• C)if a woman's right breast is larger than her left
• D)if a woman craves salty and sour food

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