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Chapter 12, Problem 3RQ
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To classify: Person T’s BMI for age percentile.
Introduction: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC) growth charts are used to determine physical growth in children of 2-20 years of age. These charts are gender specific and are plotted in percentiles. These charts help in assessing and identifying health related problems in children.
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