Malnutrition in Developing Countries
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Which of the following factors contribute to malnutrition in Pakistan according to the text?

  • Abundance of natural resources, stable political conditions, and advanced technology
  • High income levels, effective government policies, and widespread literacy
  • Poverty, lack of governmental support, and illiteracy (correct)
  • Availability of nutritious food, good healthcare system, and education

How does malnutrition impact a country's development and progress according to the text?

  • It leads to poor work performance and hinders a country's development and progress (correct)
  • It leads to improved work performance and accelerates progress
  • It leads to increased economic growth and prosperity
  • It has no significant impact on a country's development

According to the National Nutrition Survey (NNS) data mentioned in the text, what percentage of children under 5 years of age in Pakistan have stunted growth?

  • 50%
  • 11.6%
  • 31% (correct)
  • 41.5%

What percentage of women in Pakistan suffer from iron deficiency according to the text?

<p>45% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the text?

<p>Major improvements in nutrition have been seen in Pakistan over the past few decades. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of children under 5 years of age in Pakistan are anemic?

<p>50% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned in the text as exacerbating the malnutrition situation in Pakistan?

<p>Economic instability (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of children under 5 years of age in Pakistan have wasting?

<p>11.6% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following groups is NOT mentioned in the text as being affected by malnutrition in Pakistan?

<p>Elderly population (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of women in Pakistan suffer from severe iodine deficiency?

<p>20% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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