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iveyjurea

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What risk is associated with a folic acid deficiency in women before and during pregnancy?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Which of the following statements about type 1 diabetes is incorrect?
 
  A) The immune system destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas.
  B) Insulin is produced, but cells are not using it properly.
  C) Daily insulin injections are required.
  D) It usually begins in childhood.



mochi09

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Answer to Question 1

Folic acid deficiency is associated with an increased risk of neural tube defects in infants.

Answer to Question 2

B



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