Melissa is 4 years old and weighs 50 pounds. She is prescribed an antibiotic to treat a throat infection. The regular adult dosage is 200 mg per day. What is the dosage that Melissa should receive?
A. 33 mg
B. 99 mg
C. 111 mg
D. 66 mg
Answer: D
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