On an average a neonate's height is between:

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MP Mahila Supervisor Official Paper (Held on: 28 Mar, 2017 Shift 1)

Answer 1

At birth, a neonate’s average height falls within a well-established range based on global medical standards.

Key Points

The typical height of a full-term newborn is between 17 to 21 inches (approximately 45 to 53 cm).
Newborn height is influenced by genetics, maternal health, and nutrition during pregnancy.
Boys tend to be slightly longer than girls at birth, though the difference is minimal.
Preterm babies are often shorter than full-term babies.

Hence, the correct answer is 17-21 inches.