Infants who are born prematurely
A) have less than a 20% chance of surviving their first month of life.
B) inevitably go on to have a severe range of disabilities later in life.
C) will have some degree of mental retardation, usually at the severe end.
D) have a wide range of developmental outcomes, from mild to severe

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Premature infants have a wide range of developmental outcomes which can vary from mild to severe. While some may experience developmental delays or disabilities, many go on to lead healthy and normal lives. Therefore, option D is the best choice.

Infants Who Are Born Prematurely