Emanuel's friend, Natalie, has just given birth to a child with Down syndrome. What should he tell her about the future prospects for the child?
A. The child's retardation will be so severe that she must place the child in an institution.
B. Although the child will be retarded, she can learn useful skills to support herself as an adult.
C. The child is likely to die of respiratory problems before 10 years of age.
D. After the first three years, the child's intellectual development will catch up with normal children.
Answer: B
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