Which Mother Is at Greatest Risk of Having a Child

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which mother is at greatest risk of having a child with a chromosomal abnormality?

• A) a 15-year-old mother
• B) a 25-year-old mother
• C) a 35-year-old mother
• D) a 45-year-old mother

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Definitions:

Decay

The process of gradual deterioration or the breakdown of organic matter through natural physical or chemical processes.

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A memory phenomenon where new information interferes with the ability to recall old information.

Proactive Interference

In memory theory, it's the phenomenon where older memories interfere with the recall of newer memories.

Reactive Interference

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