This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Respiratory system, Subject name: Pediatrics
A two year child is classified as having pneumonia, if the respiratory rate is more than 
Select and explain. 
A. 30/min, B. 40/min, C. 50/min, D. 60/min
B: 40/min
Answer: B: 40/min 
Explanation: According to ARI control programme pneumonia must have Respiratory rate(RR)/min 60 or more in <2 months of age 50 or more in 2 -12 months of age 40 or more in 1-5 years of age Ref : ESSENTIAL PEDIATRICS,O.P.GHAI,7 th edition PG NO:356