Which of the following statements accurately describe factors that may affect an individual's growth and development? Select all that apply
A) Physical characteristics such as height, bone size, and eye and hair color are inherited from the family of origin.
B) Fetal development can be altered by maternal age or inadequate maternal nutrition or substance abuse.
C) Abuse of alcohol and drugs is more prevalent in teenagers who have poor family relationships, low self-esteem, and poor social skills.
D) Infants who are malnourished in utero develop fewer brain cells than infants who have had adequate prenatal nutrition.
E) Environmental factors such as poverty and violence do not have a direct effect on growth and development.
F) Inadequate caregiving skills may affect growth of the individual, but it has no effect on predetermined development.
A, B, C, D
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