Congenital hypothyroidism in children which results in reduced mental development and dwarf-like physical stature, is:
A. acromegaly
B. cretinism
C. hirsutism
D. myxedema
B
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a. 150 pounds b. 34 pounds c. 165 pounds d. 37.5 pounds
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