Neural Tube Defects in Offspring Are Most Closely Associated With

question 75

Multiple Choice

Neural tube defects in offspring are most closely associated with:

• A)maternal folate status.
• B)inadequate calcium intake.
• C)alcohol consumption during pregnancy.
• D)excess protein intake.

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Definitions:

Return On Equity

A measure of financial performance calculated by dividing net income by shareholders' equity, indicating how effectively management is using a company’s assets to create profits.

Payout Ratio

A financial metric that shows the proportion of earnings a company pays to its shareholders in the form of dividends.

Internal Growth Rate

The highest amount of growth achievable for a business without obtaining external financing, based solely on reinvestment of its earnings.

Plowback Ratio

Also known as the retention rate, it measures the proportion of earnings that a company retains and reinvests in its operations rather than paying out as dividends.