Multiple choice general knowledge

Babies' eyes do not produce tears until the baby is approximately six to eight weeks old.

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Babies' tear ducts begin producing tears at birth, not at six to eight weeks. While emotional crying (tear shedding due to distress) may develop around 2-3 months, basal tearing is present from birth. The statement that tears only appear at 6-8 weeks is incorrect.

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