Kwashiorkor is a type of PEM that develops when __________.
a. there is a severe deficiency of protein in the diet but an adequate amount of calories
b. there are inadequate amounts of both protein and calories in the diet
c. there is an inadequate amount of animal protein in the diet
d. there are adequate amounts of both protein and calories in the diet
Ans: a. there is a severe deficiency of protein in the diet but an adequate amount of calories
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