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Baseline characteristics of children in the Young Lives cohorts*
| Characteristic | Ethiopia | India | Peru | Vietnam |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of children | 1710 | 1796 | 1835 | 1830 |
| Age at recruitment (months) | ||||
| Mean | 12·2 | 12·2 | 12·0 | 12·3 |
| SD | 3·6 | 3·4 | 3·5 | 3·1 |
| Male (%) | 53·2 | 53·4 | 50·1 | 51·2 |
Based on children in the present analysis.
