In the United States, which is NOT a potential reason for the rise in the frequency of low-birthweight babies?
A) food insecurity
B) drug use
C) cigarette use
D) genetic factors

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Genetic factors cannot be a potential reason for the rise in low-birthweight babies as they are predetermined and do not change within a given population over a short period of time. A and B are potential reasons such as inadequate nutrition due to food insecurity and drug use during pregnancy can lead to low birth weight. Similarly, Cigarette smoke can restrict the growth of the fetus, leading to low birth weight.

In the United States, Which Is NOT a Potential Reason