Multiple Choice
Which maternal characteristic is most strongly associated with giving birth to a baby with Down syndrome?
A) low levels of intelligence in the mother
B) consumption of alcohol during pregnancy
C) higher maternal age
D) exposure to lead or mercury by the baby immediately after birth
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