By what age do the head and chest circumferences generally become equal?
a. 1 month c. 1 to 2 years
b. 6 to 9 months d. 2.5 to 3 years
ANS: C
Head circumference begins larger than chest circumference. Between ages 1 and 2 years, they become approximately equal. Head circumference is larger than chest circumference at ages 1 month and 6 to 9 months. Chest circumference is larger than head circumference at age 2.5 to 3 years.
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