1Cademy - A new parent is informed that their healthy, full-term newborn measures 21 inches in length. The parent expresses concern, worrying that this length is abnormal. Based on typical newborn measurements, which of the following is the most accurate and reassuring response?

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A new parent is informed that their healthy, full-term newborn measures 21 inches in length. The parent expresses concern, worrying that this length is abnormal. Based on typical newborn measurements, which of the following is the most accurate and reassuring response?

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