Question

1. vegetarian diets are bulky and high in fiber so the child may not consume enough calories.

true
false

1. a child whose bmi is in the 90th percentile is categorized as:

underweight
normal weight
at risk for overweight
overweight
obese

1. cereal mixed with infant formula is needed when babies are two months old to help them gain weight.

true
false

Explanation:

1. Vegetarian diets often have high fiber and volume, which can fill a child up before meeting calorie needs.
2. For children, BMI at the 90th percentile is classified as "at risk for overweight" (85th-94th percentiles = at risk; ≥95th = obese).
3. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends exclusive breastmilk/formula until 6 months; cereal at 2 months is unnecessary and not recommended for weight gain.

Answer:

1. True
2. At risk for overweight
3. False