Which of the following outcomes is associated with maternal exposure to lead during pregnancy?
A) increased likelihood of prematurity and low birth weight
B) defects in the eye, ear, and heart
C) attention problems and lower IQ
D) mental retardation, blindness, and other physical disorders

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Maternal exposure to lead during pregnancy has been associated with attention problems and lower IQ in offspring. Lead can cross the placenta and affect fetal brain development, leading to long-term cognitive and behavioral effects. A and B are not specific outcomes associated with lead exposure during pregnancy, and D is an extreme outcome that is not often seen with typical levels of prenatal lead exposure.

Which of the Following Outcomes Is Associated with Maternal Exposure