Which Statement Is Correct Regarding the Fluid Balance in a Newborn

Which statement is correct regarding the fluid balance in a newborn versus that in an adult?

A) The infant has a smaller percentage of surface area to body mass.
B) The infant has a smaller percentage of water to body mass.
C) The infant has a greater percentage of insensible water loss.
D) The infant has a 50% more effective glomerular filtration rate.

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