Which of the following paternal characteristics is LEAST likely to affect a child's development if the father is younger than 40 years of age?
A) exposure to lead and radiation
B) exposure to certain pesticides and petrochemicals
C) cigarette smoking
D) age

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Paternal age is least likely to affect a child's development if the father is younger than 40 years of age. Exposure to lead and radiation, certain pesticides and petrochemicals, and cigarette smoking can all have negative impacts on fetal development and child health, but age is a less significant factor before the age of 40.

Which of the Following Paternal Characteristics Is LEAST Likely to Affect