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[A] The following conclusions are supported by good evidence:
If using BMI as an outcome measure, it is best to measure heights and weights as opposed to using self-reported heights and weights.
[B] The following conclusions are supported by fair evidence:
Children and adolescents are at risk for undernutrition. Undernutrition impacts children's physical and psychosocial well-being as well as their academic accomplishments. Children are not meeting the minimum recommended