Among children with kwashiorkor,

A. intakes of both calories and protein are severely deficient.
B. calorie intake may be low, but protein intake is severely deficient.
C. calorie intake may be low, but carbohydrate intake is severely deficient.
D. protein intake may be low, but calorie intake is severely deficient.


Answer: B

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