Chabo is an Efe child who is smaller than more than 90 percent of his North American agemates. Chabo's small stature is not a sign of health or developmental problems because ________.

A. both genetic and environmental factors can contribute to developmental problems
B. Chabo's parents may not view Chabo's small stature as a cause for concern
C. growth norms for one population are not good standards for children elsewhere in the world
D. children who have developmental problems often go on to lead productive lives


Answer: C

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