Which of the following statements about appetite in early childhood is true?
A) Preschoolers' appetites increase because their growth is at an all-time high.
B) Parents should be concerned if their preschooler varies the amount eaten from meal to meal.
C) Preschoolers' wariness of new foods is adaptive.
D) Preschoolers need a different quality of food than adults need.

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Preschoolers' wariness of new foods, often referred to as food neophobia, is considered adaptive because it could have historically helped protect children from ingesting potentially harmful substances. This cautious approach to new foods is a common developmental phase.

Which of the Following Statements About Appetite in Early Childhood