An infant who is weaned too soon may _____ because of decreased total energy intake.

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Weaning too soon can result in decreased total energy intake, which can lead to a plateau in weight gain. Other options such as decreased oral-motor skills, plateau in head circumference, inability to make the transition, and immaturity of the gut are potential consequences of weaning too soon, but they are not directly related to decreased energy intake.

An Infant Who Is Weaned Too Soon May _____ Because