This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: All India exam, Subject name: Pediatrics
In severe acute malnutrition, arm circumference is less than (in cm): 
Select and explain. 
A. 11.5, B. 12, C. 12.5, D. 13
A: 11.5
Answer: A: 11.5 
Explanation: In children who are 6-59 months of age, severe acute malnutrition is defined asWeight-for-height <= -3 Z-score, orMid-upper-arm circumference <11.5 cm, orPresence of bilateral edema(Refer: Nelson's Textbook of Pediatrics, SAE, 1st edition, pg no. 301)