Which of the following statements about the influence of nutrition on intelligence is true?
A)Nutrition affects emotional intelligence but not IQ.
B)The IQ gap between severely malnourished children and well-nourished children can be as high as 20 points.
C)Prenatal nutrition for pregnant mothers can affect a child's IQ,but nutrition after birth has little impact on IQ.
D)Malnutrition actually improves IQ scores in many cases.

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Studies have shown that severe malnourishment can lead to a significant IQ gap of up to 20 points between well-nourished children and those who are severely malnourished. This highlights the importance of adequate nutrition for cognitive development. The other options are not supported by research.

Which of the Following Statements About the Influence of Nutrition