If an Expectant Mother Wants to Avoid Her Child Being

question 23

Multiple Choice

If an expectant mother wants to avoid her child being born with cognitive deficits,what should she avoid during pregnancy?

• A)taking thalidomide
• B)flying in an airplane
• C)consuming alcohol
• D)red meat

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Linguistic Repertoire

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