Marie has a deficiency in thyroxine, which is likely to result in
A)accelerated growth.
B)early maturation.
C)improperly developed nerve cells and cognitive delay.
D)no observable developmental problems.

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Thyroxine is important for the development of nerve cells and overall cognitive function. A deficiency in thyroxine can result in improperly developed nerve cells and cognitive delay. Accelerated growth and early maturation are not commonly associated with a deficiency in thyroxine. There may be some developmental problems observed in individuals with a deficiency in thyroxine, so D is not the correct answer.

Marie Has a Deficiency in Thyroxine, Which Is Likely to Result