Which of the Following Most Accurately Describes the Situation for the Children

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following most accurately describes the situation for the children of single teenage mothers?

• A)They are less likely to live in poverty than are children born to single older women.
• B)They start out at higher physical risk than children born to older mothers but catch up by elementary school.
• C)They are more likely to have low birth weights,neurological problems,and childhood illness.
• D)They are not found to be successful in education or to experience other positive outcomes.

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Definitions:

Memory Loss

The inability to remember information or experiences, which can be temporary or permanent.

Synapses

Tiny spaces between neurons; the gaps between neurons are referred to as synaptic gaps.

Neurons

Basic working units of the nervous system, cells specialized in carrying messages through an electrochemical process.

Endorphins

Natural, pain-relieving chemicals in the brain that are associated with feelings of euphoria and well-being.