Mr.and Mrs.Hernandez are parents of newborn Glen.The pediatrician tells them that Glen's height falls at the 92nd percentile.This means that Glen is:

A) above average in height.
B) below average in height.
C) eating too often.
D) underweight.

Percentile

Percentile is a statistical measure indicating the value below which a given percentage of observations in a group of observations fall, often used in growth charts and test scores to compare an individual’s performance to a population.

Newborn

A baby from birth to about two months of age, during the initial phase of life outside the womb.

Pediatrician

A medical doctor specializing in the physical, behavioral, and mental care of children from birth until adolescence.