The Determination of How Many Calories Are Needed for Adequate

question 8

Multiple Choice

The determination of how many calories are needed for adequate growth and development in children across the developmental period depends on the child's age and weight. At what point is gender taken into account because the caloric needs for females are slightly lower after this point?

• A) In children older than 3 years of age
• B) In children older than 5 years of age
• C) In children older than 7 years of age
• D) In children older than 9 years of age

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