Which statement about body growth in early childhood is true?
A. Children add "baby fat" and gradually become heavier and more muscular.
B. By age 5, children become more top-heavy, bowlegged, and potbellied.
C. During early childhood, children gain height and weight at a greater rate than during their first two years.
D. The rapid increase in body size during the first two years tapers off into a slower growth pattern.
Answer: D
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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b. the weight class of the boxer. c. their genetic makeup. d. the win-loss record of the boxer.