What are some of the common consequences to a child whose mother smoked cigarettes while pregnant?
A) increased birth weight and lethargy
B) low birth weight and short stature
C) severe hearing loss and heart defects
D) severely deformed limbs and muscle spasms

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Smoking during pregnancy can lead to a number of negative outcomes for the baby, including low birth weight and shorter stature. Other potential effects can include respiratory and cognitive issues, as well as an increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). However, out of the options provided, low birth weight and short stature are the most commonly seen outcomes of maternal smoking during pregnancy. The other options are less common and more severe consequences.

What Are Some of the Common Consequences to a Child