The brain is fully formed, and the fetus can feel pain at
A) 4 weeks after conception.
B) 8 weeks after conception.
C) 12 weeks after conception.
D) 16 weeks after conception.
E) 4 weeks prior to birth.

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According to medical studies and research, it is believed that the brain is fully formed and developed enough to feel pain at around 16 weeks after conception. Therefore, option D is the best choice.

The Brain Is Fully Formed, and the Fetus Can Feel