Which of these factors is/are associated with the high rate of obesity among school-age children?

a. Children are overeating, taking in excessive energy.

b. Children are not getting enough physical activity to expend the energy they consume.

c. Children are spending too much time on their screens (i.e., watching television, video games, computer).

d. All options are correct.


Answer: d. All options are correct.

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