<prompt> Weight for age may help in assessing both acute chronic malnutrition which of the following parameter may be helpful in assessing chronic malnutrition?Weight heightHeight for ageMid arm circumferenceChest Circumference  <response>: Ans. B. Height for ageUndernutrition is a condition in which there is inadequate consumption, poor absorption or excessive loss of nutrients.Indicators of undernutrition arei Stunting : Low height for age : Indicator of chronic malnutrition, the result of prolonged food deprivation or disease or illnessii Wasting: Low weight for height: Suggests acute malnutrition, the result of more recent food deficit or illnessiii Underweight: Low weight for age : Combined indicator to reflect both acute and chronic malnutrition 