From Whom Would You Expect the Biggest Gains in Height

question 67

Multiple Choice

From whom would you expect the biggest gains in height and weight over the next three years?

• A)Gugu, who is 2 years old
• B)Thabo, who is 6 years old
• C)Thando, who is 11 years old
• D)Lindiwe, who is 14 years old

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