Janet and Carlos are both experiencing a growth spurt. If they are typical adolescents, Janet will have _____ than Carlos.
A) a lower proportion of body fat
B) a higher proportion of body fat
C) more upper body muscle
D) narrower hips

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Typically, girls experience an increase in body fat during puberty, while boys experience an increase in muscle mass. Therefore, Janet will likely have a higher proportion of body fat than Carlos.

Janet and Carlos Are Both Experiencing a Growth Spurt