Harry was a preterm newborn who was born after 26 weeks of prenatal development. He now is a healthy, happy 2-year-old. Harry's ability to survive after being born so early was due in part to his reaching the _____.

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The age of viability, typically occurring between 22-26 weeks of prenatal development, is the point at which a fetus has developed enough to potentially survive outside of the womb with medical support. As Harry was born at 26 weeks and survived, it can be inferred that he reached the age of viability. Therefore, the correct answer is (D) age of viability.

Harry Was a Preterm Newborn Who Was Born After 26