Which of the following statements is true about appetite in early childhood?
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 normal and adaptive.
D) Because preschoolers have smaller appetites, they need a different quality of food than adults need.

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Preschoolers' wariness of new foods is normal and adaptive. This is because children in this age group are becoming more independent and learning to assert their preferences. They are also more susceptible to neophobia, or fear of new foods, which is a protective mechanism to prevent them from ingesting potentially harmful substances. However, it's important for parents to continue to offer a variety of healthy foods to encourage their child's acceptance of new foods. Choices A, B, and D are all incorrect.

Which of the Following Statements Is True About Appetite in Early