Which is a positive sign of pregnancy?
a. Positive pregnancy test
b. Positive Chadwick sign
c. Ultrasonic tracing of the fetus
d. Positive Goodell sign
ANS: C
A positive sign of pregnancy is an ultrasonic tracing of the fetus. A positive pregnancy test, positive Chadwick sign, and positive Goodell sign are all probable signs of pregnancy.
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