Which of the following represents evidence for Profet's pregnancy sickness hypothesis?
A) The foods that pregnant women find most disgusting are the ones most likely to contain toxins.
B) Pregnancy sickness peaks two to four weeks after conception.
C) Women who do not experience pregnancy sickness are more likely to experience a spontaneous abortion.
D) all of the above

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Profet's pregnancy sickness hypothesis suggests that pregnancy sickness is an adaptive mechanism to protect the fetus from toxins. All the options support this hypothesis: A) aligns with the idea that aversions help avoid toxins, B) indicates the timing aligns with critical fetal development, and C) suggests a protective role in pregnancy outcomes.

Which of the Following Represents Evidence for Profet's Pregnancy Sickness