Babies born to mothers who smoke during pregnancy often have
- A. a higher than average birth weight
- B. a low birth weight
- C. extra ribs
- D. immunity against respiratory infection
Explanation
Carbon monoxide and nicotine reduce the oxygen and blood supply to the fetus, restricting growth and raising the risk of premature birth. This is one of the strongest arguments against smoking in pregnancy.
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