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Can boys follow the same height-growth pattern as their fathers did?

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Not specifically: The growth pattern of any child will be influenced by both parents. The expected final height of any male is the average of both parents height plus 2.5 inches.

Answered 6/24/2013

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A member asked:

Can boys follow the same height-growth pattern as their fathers did?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

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