Six-month-old Leon has been breastfed exclusively since birth. Jacob, another 6-month-old infant has never been breastfed, so he consumes a commercial infant formula that's fortified with iron. Both babies are being cared for in their homes. Based on this information, which of the following statements are true?
A. Jacob is starting to develop iron deficiency.
B. Leon has more intestinal infections than Jacob.
C. Leon has fewer ear infections than Jacob.
D. Jacob has fewer respiratory infections than Leon.
Answer: C
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