Which of the Following Statements Regarding Childhood Obesity Is Accurate

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding childhood obesity is accurate?

• A)There are no ethnic differences in regard to risk for childhood obesity.
• B)Obesity is characterized by a body mass index at or above the 85^th percentile.
• C)The prevalence of childhood obesity has decreased.
• D)The rates of obesity have only increased in girls.

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