Which of the following statements about low birth weight (LBW) is TRUE?

A. Good prenatal care is the best strategy for preventing LBW.
B. LBW is another term for prematurity.
C. Among LBW babies, small-for-date babies have as many health-related problems as premature babies.
D. LBW babies are likely to be hyperactive.


A. Good prenatal care is the best strategy for preventing LBW.

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