The fetus that Calista is carrying has reached the age of viability, meaning that it has a chance of surviving outside of the womb. Therefore, it can be inferred that Calista is ________ weeks pregnant.
A) 4 to 8
B) 16 to 18
C) 24 to 25
D) 10 to 12

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The age of viability is generally considered to be between 24 to 25 weeks of gestation. Therefore, Calista must be at least 24 to 25 weeks pregnant. Choices A (4 to 8 weeks), B (16 to 18 weeks), and D (10 to 12 weeks) are all too early in gestation for the fetus to have reached viability.

The Fetus That Calista Is Carrying Has Reached the Age