Questions about fabric stiffening agents and baby weaning practices.

Here are the answers to the questions:

3 (b) Stiffening agents are substances applied to fabrics, typically during laundry, to add body, crispness, or stiffness, helping them to hold their shape and resist wrinkling.

3 (c) Four types of stiffenings are:

• Starch
• Fabric stiffeners
• Gelatin
• Sugar solution

4 (a) Weaning is the gradual process of introducing a baby to solid foods and liquids other than breast milk or formula, while progressively reducing the amount of milk feeds.

4 (b) Eight types of weaning foods are:

• Pureed fruits (e.g., banana, apple)
• Pureed vegetables (e.g., carrot, sweet potato)
• Fortified rice cereal
• Mashed potatoes
• Soft-cooked, mashed lentils
• Plain yogurt
• Soft-cooked, mashed chicken
• Scrambled egg yolk

4 (c) Four importance of breast milk to the baby are:

• Provides all essential nutrients for optimal growth and development.
• Contains antibodies that protect against infections and diseases.
• Promotes healthy brain development.
• Easily digestible and reduces the risk of allergies and digestive issues.