In a Newborn,water Can Account for as Much as _____

Question

In a newborn,water can account for as much as _____% of body weight.
A) 40
B) 60
C) 80
D) 50

Accepted Answer

In a newborn, water can account for as much as 80% of body weight. This is because newborns have a high percentage of body water due to their underdeveloped kidneys and inability to conserve water as effectively as adults.