In a study conducted in Vietnam, the offspring of women given multivitamin supplements before conception were less likely to be stunted and had better fine motor skills at age 2 than women who received only _____ supplements.

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The study conducted in Vietnam suggests that multivitamin supplements given to women before conception have a positive impact on the growth and development of their offspring. Of the options given, only folic acid is commonly included in multivitamin supplements and has been shown to improve fetal growth and neurodevelopment. Iron supplements are typically recommended during pregnancy to prevent anemia, but do not have the same benefits as folic acid for growth and development. Zinc, retinoic acid, and iodine are also important nutrients for fetal development, but are not typically included in multivitamin supplements.

In a Study Conducted in Vietnam, the Offspring of Women