Osita Is a 4-Year-Old Ethiopian Boy

question 98

Multiple Choice

Osita is a 4-year-old Ethiopian boy. He survived kwashiorkor and was recently adopted by a Canadian couple. Osita will probably

• A) continue to undereat even when food is plentiful.
• B) gain very little weight as his diet improves.
• C) have an average to high basal metabolism rate.
• D) suffer from lasting damage to the brain, heart, or other organs.

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Definitions:

Broad Classifications

Broad classifications refer to the general categories or groups used to organize similar entities, concepts, or items based on shared characteristics or functions.

Modified Accrual Accounting

An accounting method that combines elements of both accrual and cash basis accounting, recognizing revenues when they are available and measurable, and expenses when incurred.

Realizable

Refers to assets that can be easily converted into cash or are expected to be sold without significant delay or loss in value.

Modified Accrual Accounting

An accounting method that recognizes revenues when they become available and measurable and expenses when they are incurred, used often by government entities.