In Terms of Height and Weight Gains During Early Childhood

question 39

Multiple Choice

In terms of height and weight gains during early childhood,

• A) children tend to increase their amount of "baby fat."
• B) children tend to become more slender and lose some baby fat.
• C) girls become heavier and taller than boys.
• D) the growth rate speeds up compared to growth in infancy.

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Definitions:

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by episodes of binge eating followed by behaviors to prevent weight gain, such as vomiting or excessive exercise.

Intentionally Vomits

The act of deliberately inducing vomiting, often as a harmful method to control body weight or in response to eating disorders.

Weight Control

The practice of managing dietary habits and physical activity to maintain, gain, or lose weight effectively.

Antisocial Behavior

Actions that harm or lack consideration for the well-being of others, often violating social norms or laws.