The average birth weight of a full-term newborn baby is an important indicator of health and nutrition.
Normal Range: The average birth weight for full-term babies (37-40 weeks gestation) is between 2.5 kg to 3.5 kg (approximately 5.5 lbs to 7.7 lbs). Global Average: Worldwide, the average birth weight is approximately 3.2 kg (7 lbs). Low Birth Weight: Below 2.5 kg is considered low birth weight, which may indicate prematurity or intrauterine growth restriction. High Birth Weight: Above 4.0 kg is considered high birth weight (macrosomia), which may have implications for delivery.
Why Other Options are Incorrect:
(A) 5 Kg: Too high; this would be considered very large (macrosomia) and is not average.
(B) 7 Kg: Extremely high; not possible for a newborn—this is toddler weight.
(C) 6 Kg: Still far above normal average birth weight.
