The Average Annual Weight Gain for Both Boys and Girls

question 56

Multiple Choice

The average annual weight gain for both boys and girls in middle childhood is __________.

• A)3 to 6 pounds
• B)5 to 7 pounds
• C)8 to 10 pounds
• D)more than 10 pounds

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Definitions:

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A condition where nails become thickened and new growth slows, resulting in a yellowish discoloration of the nails, often associated with respiratory diseases and lymphedema.

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