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What is an explanation for crosscultural food aversions that commonly develop during pregnancy?
 
  a. They protect women from eating too much.
 b. They protect the fetus from foodborne illness and harmful bacteria.
  c. It happens more often in women who are carrying twins.
 d. It happens when there is an imbalance of amniotic fluid.

Question 2

Using information based on what we know about rates of morning sickness across cultures, what statement is most likely accurate?
 
  a. Women who live in wealthier countries experience less morning sickness.
 b. Women from underdeveloped countries are more likely to development morning sickness.
  c. Women who are vegan or vegetarians are less likely to experience morning sickness.
 d. There are no crosscultural differences in experiences of morning sickness.



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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

c



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