Morgan Is an Obese Child

question 151

Multiple Choice

Morgan is an obese child. Which of the following is TRUE?

• A) Morgan will outgrow his/her baby fat in early childhood.
• B) Morgan will be at higher risk for being an obese adult.
• C) Morgan will become normal weight, but not until adolescence.
• D) Whether or not Morgan will become an obese adult depends upon whether Morgan is male or female.

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