When taken during pregnancy, this substance produces fetal effects similar to the effects of cocaine, and newborn effects include growth retardation, lethargy, increased difficulty to arouse and, once aroused, increased autonomic reactivity .
A. marijuana
B. methamphetamine
C. heroin
D. alcohol
B. methamphetamine
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