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In mothers of which age group is trisomy 21 most common?

Correct answer A. 40 to 45

Explanation

The risk of Down syndrome (trisomy 21) rises sharply with maternal age because older eggs are more prone to non-disjunction, so it is highest in mothers aged 40 and over.

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