As a consequence of the mother's drinking,one of every 750 newborns has myriad physical and mental defects including abnormal facial features,delayed speech,and mental retardation.This condition is known as _____.
A) fetal alcohol syndrome
B) infant distress
C) newborn metabolic syndrome
D) autism spectrum disorder
E) fetal alcohol effects

Question

As a consequence of the mother's drinking,one of every 750 newborns has myriad physical and mental defects including abnormal facial features,delayed speech,and mental retardation.This condition is known as _____. 
A) ​fetal alcohol syndrome 
B) ​infant distress 
C) ​newborn metabolic syndrome 
D) autism spectrum disorder 
E) ​fetal alcohol effects

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The given symptoms, such as abnormal facial features, delayed speech, and mental retardation are all associated with fetal alcohol syndrome, which is caused by a mother's drinking during pregnancy. This condition affects around one in every 750 newborns. Options B, C, D, and E do not correctly describe the given symptoms and are therefore incorrect.

As a Consequence of the Mother's Drinking,one of Every 750