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Mean log BMI at 4 to 6 years of age as a function of weight gain in months 4 to 6 of life. The data show that there are significant differences between means for quartiles 1 and 2 and means for quartiles 3 and 4.
| Quartile | Gain range from 4 to 6 months of age (kg) | Mean log BMI at 4 to 6 years of age | Standard error |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | <1.5 | 1.200 | 0.09 |
| 2 | 1.5 to 1.9 | 1.201 | 0.08 |
| 3 | 1.9 to 2.5 | 1.229 | 0.09 |
| 4 | >2.5 | 1.232 | 0.08 |
