following are the features of cretinism, except_____________?
Correct answer: C. Normal intelligence
- A. Pot- belly
- B. Idiotic look
- C. Normal intelligence
- D. Stunted growth
Explanation
Childhood hypothyroidism causes cretinism with stunted growth, a pot belly and impaired intellectual development. Therefore, normal intelligence is not a feature.
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