You Are the Parent of a Normal-Size Nine-Year-Old Boy

question 78

Multiple Choice

You are the parent of a normal-size nine-year-old boy. As such, how many calories should you ensure that your child consumes each day so that he maintains a normal rate of development?

• A)600 calories
• B)1,200 calories
• C)2,400 calories
• D)4,800 calories

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