During the adolescent growth spurt,
A)boys require approximately 1,500 more calories a day than girls.
B)girls require somewhat less protein than boys because of their smaller size and muscle mass.
C)the diets of both boys and girls are typically well-balanced.
D)girls consume about 500 more calories per day than boys.

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During the adolescent growth spurt, girls generally require less protein than boys due to their smaller size and muscle mass. Boys typically need more calories and protein to support their larger growth spurts and muscle development.

During the Adolescent Growth Spurt