Which of the following is FALSE? A) Less children are overweight in middle and late childhood than in early childhood. B) The obesity rate for 2 to 5-year-olds dropped substantially in 2013 -2014. C) Overweight 5-year-olds are more likely to be obese at age 14 than normal-weight counterparts. D) Children in the 95^th percentile among peers in terms of BMI are considered overweight.

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The statement "Less children are overweight in middle and late childhood than in early childhood" is false. In reality, the prevalence of overweight and obesity increases throughout childhood, with the highest rates found in adolescence. Therefore, option A is incorrect. Options B, C, and D are all true statements.

Which of the Following Is FALSE