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Mimi

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Rett syndrome is a rare disorder characterized by:
 a. damage that occurs to underdeveloped lungs resulting in breathing that requires extra effort.
  b. a genetic change on the X chromosome resulting in severe neurological delays.
  c. damage to the part of the brain controlling movement of the legs, interfering with muscle control and ambulation.
  d. damage to chromosome 7 that interferes with all the exocrine functions in the body.
  e. destruction of the infection-fighting abilities of the body by a virus.

Question 2

A disorder where head growth is reduced starting in the toddler years is called _____.
 a. Prader-Willi syndrome
  b. Rett syndrome
  c. cerebral palsy
  d. autism
  e. Down syndrome


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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Reply #2 on: Aug 20, 2018
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