Pediatrics Nutrition db5f5891 RDA of zinc in a child less than 8 years old is- A 5 mg B 12 mg C 20 mg D 25 mg High-Yield Explanation Ans. is 'a' i.e., 5 mg RDA of Zinc in children* 1-3 years- 3mg* 4-8 years- 5 mg* 9 years and above (male)- 8-11 mg* 9 years and above (female)- 8 mg