Benji was prenatally exposed to mercury. Children like Benji who are exposed to heavy metals ______.
A. often experience withdrawal symptoms similar to those of cocaine-exposed babies
B. are at high risk of childhood cancers, such as leukemia
C. score lower on tests of cognitive ability and intelligence and have higher rates of illness
D. are at risk for severe mental health problems, which persist into adulthood
Answer: C
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(a) working memory (b) long-term memory (c) cerebral cortex (d) perceptual memory
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A) use more pronouns B) use clearer references C) pause less often D) use fewer word repetitions
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