This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Care of the Pregnant Woman, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Weight gain in normal pregnancy is? 
Select and explain. 
A. 1 to 3 kg, B. 5 to 7 kg, C. 10 to 12 kg, D. 12 to 15 kg
C: 10 to 12 kg
Answer: C: 10 to 12 kg 
Explanation: ANSWER: (C) 10-12 kgsREF: dutta 6th ed p. 51weight gain:Total weight gain during pregnancy is llkgs, I.e Ikgs in 1st trimester, 5kgs in 2nd, 5kgs in 3rd.Rapid weight gain, >0.5 kgs/week or 2 kgs/month is an early manifestation of preeclampsia Stationary or falling wTeight suggests IUGR or IUD