A nurse understands which of the following statements is correct related to the nutrition of the preschool aged child? The child will:

Rationale: A. Preschool-aged children often experience "food jags," where they prefer and may eat only a limited selection of foods for a period of time. This is typical behavior at this developmental stage. B. While desirable, eating a variety of foods from all groups may not consistently happen at this age due to picky eating habits. C. A balanced diet is the goal, but preschoolers often have fluctuating appetites and inconsistent intake. D. Preschoolers typically have small stomachs and do not consume large quantities of food at once.