In children, failure to attain normal height or abnormally slow growth are symptoms of ________.
A)Gigantism
B)Dwarfism
C)Type II diabetes
D)None of the above Short

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Abnormally slow growth or failure to attain normal height are symptoms of dwarfism, which is characterized by short stature due to genetic or medical conditions. A is incorrect because gigantism is the opposite condition of dwarfism, characterized by excessive height due to excessive production of growth hormones. C is incorrect because Type II diabetes does not directly affect growth or height. D is incorrect since short stature is a symptom of dwarfism.

In Children, Failure to Attain Normal Height or Abnormally Slow