In Taiwan, prenatal exposure to high levels of __________ in rice oil resulted in births of children with low birth weight, discolored skin, and delayed cognitive development.

A. dioxins
B. mercury
C. polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)
D. lead


Answer: C

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