Marlena, who just found out she is pregnant, has very poor eating habits. Her total calorie intake is very low. She eats little protein and unbalanced amounts of vitamins and minerals. If she continues her present eating habits, which of the following is most likely to occur?

A. The baby is more likely to have severe withdrawal symptoms.
B. The baby will not be affected.
C. The baby is more likely to be malformed.
D. The baby will develop Down syndrome.


Answer: C

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