This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pediatrics
The requirement of potassium in a child is – 
Select and explain. 
A. 1–2 mEq/kg, B. 4–7 mEq/kg, C. 10–12 mEq/kg, D. 13–14 mEq/k g
A: 1–2 mEq/kg
Answer: A: 1–2 mEq/kg 
Explanation: The recommended daily dietary intake of potassium in a child is 1- 2 meg/kg
`Dietary consumption varies considerable even though 1- 2 meg/kg is the recommended intake'