Martha Said, "I Can't Believe It Is Possible

question 122

Multiple Choice

Martha said, "I can't believe it is possible.I swear my child grew overnight." How is her doctor most likely to respond?

• A) No, growing overnight is NOT possible.
• B) Yes, growing overnight is possible but only during the teen years.
• C) Yes, research seems to confirm it is possible to grow overnight.
• D) Yes, but in childhood growing overnight usually affects only girls.

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