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The best indicator of nutritional status for a child is

Mid arm circumference

Head circumference

Rate of increase in height and weight

Chest circumference

High-Yield Explanation

The best indicator of nutritional status of a child is the rate of increase in height & weight. Rest of them are age independent indices. Ref: Page 64, Ghai Essential Pediatrics; 7th edition

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