According to the text, why are babies' heads so large in proportion to their body size?
A. The baby's brain and head are more developed than other parts of the body.
B. The head has excess fat at birth to protect the brain during passage through the birth canal.
C. The brain is surrounded by a large volume of fluid that gradually subsides after birth.
D. The head widens the birth canal so the rest of the body can pass easily.
Answer: A
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