Which Statement Is False Regarding Nutritional Requirements for Pregnancy

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which statement is false regarding nutritional requirements for pregnancy?

• A) Calcium is necessary for bone development in the fetus and bone maintenance in the mother.
• B) Folic acid is important to prevent birth defects, especially those concerning neural development.
• C) Protein is not important for fetal growth during the second and third trimester.
• D) Iron is important for increased hemoglobin production to maintain the increased blood volume.

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Definitions:

False Uniqueness

The erroneous belief that one's abilities, thoughts, or characteristics are more unique or exceptional than they actually are, often underestimating commonality with others.

External Attribution

The process of assigning the cause of one's own or others' behaviors to external factors or circumstances beyond the individual's control.

Illusory Correlation

The phenomenon of perceiving a relationship between variables (typically people, events, or behaviors) even when no such relationship exists.

False Uniqueness Effect

Refers to an individual's tendency to underestimate the commonality of one's abilities and one's desirable or successful behaviors.