Why Do Infants from Developing Countries Lag Behind in Their

question 82

Multiple Choice

Why do infants from developing countries lag behind in their growth compared to infants from developed countries?

• A)They have reduced access to medical care.
• B)Their mothers carry them more, which thwarts their growth.
• C)Their fathers help them walk as soon as they begin crawling.
• D)They receive less protein in their diet.

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