Question

malnutrition seems to be most detrimental if it occurs during _____________.
a. adulthood
b. infancy
c. childhood
d. adolescence

Explanation:

During infancy, the body is in rapid - growth and development stage. Malnutrition can have long - lasting and severe impacts on physical and cognitive development, making it the most vulnerable period compared to adulthood, childhood, and adolescence.

Answer:

B. infancy