Zahara, age 3 months, is painfully thin. Her mother is too malnourished to produce enough breast milk, and the supply of formula is inadequate for bottle-feeding. Zahara is probably in danger of dying from
A) marasmus.
B) growth faltering.
C) kwashiorkor.
D) nonorganic failure to thrive.

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Zahara's symptoms suggest she is suffering from marasmus, which is a severe form of malnutrition caused by inadequate intake of both protein and calories. This condition can lead to wasting of muscles and tissues, and if left untreated, can cause death.

Zahara, Age 3 Months, Is Painfully Thin