During an ultrasound, two amnions and two placentas are observed. What will be the most likely result of this pregnancy?
a. Dizygotic twins
b. Monozygotic twins
c. Conjoined twins
d. High birth-weight twins
ANS: A
Dizygotic twins always have two amnions and two chorions (placentas).
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