Children who suffer from malnutrition ________

A. produce less cortisol and tend to be nonresponsive to stressful situations
B. suffer from impaired motor coordination and inattention
C. exhibit normal motor skills, but altered psychological functioning
D. display normal psychological functioning, but delayed development of motor functioning


Answer: B

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