In terms of growth norms, which of the following children is most likely to be the shortest?
A) Shane, who is from Australia
B) Rosa, who is from Colombia
C) Daryl, who is from Canada
D) Alice, who is from the United Kingdom

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Growth norms vary by geography and ethnicity. Children from certain regions may have different growth patterns due to genetic and environmental factors. As Colombia is located in South America, and South Americans tend to be shorter on average than Australians, Canadians or inhabitants of the United Kingdom, Rosa is more likely to be the shortest of the four children listed.

In Terms of Growth Norms, Which of the Following Children