Compared with later stages of the life cycle, which of the following describes the infant's protein requirement?
A)It is lower on a per-kilogram basis than that of the older child.
B)It is lower on a per-kilogram basis than that of an adult.
C)It is higher on a per-kilogram basis than that of an adult.
D)It is the same on a per-kilogram basis as that of an adult.

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Infancy is a period of rapid growth, with the infant doubling in weight around 4 to 6 months.At no other time postpartum does a human gain in weight and size this quickly.To allow for this growth, the protein needs on a weight basis are greater than those at any other point in the life cycle.

Compared with Later Stages of the Life Cycle, Which of the Following