The developing fetus reaches the age of viability _____ weeks after conception,during the _____ period.
A)22; embryonic
B)22; fetal
C)28; embryonic
D)28; fetal

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The age of viability is typically around 22 weeks after conception, during the fetal period. The embryonic period ends around 8 weeks after conception. Therefore, choices A and C can be eliminated. Choice D is incorrect because the fetal period begins after the embryonic period ends.

The Developing Fetus Reaches the Age of Viability _____ Weeks