The first menstrual period, which usually occurs at approximately age 13, is called ________.
A) menses
B) menstruation
C) menopause
D) menarche
E) menogen

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Menarche is the first menstrual period a girl has. Menses and menstruation are terms used to refer to menstrual bleeding. Menopause refers to the cessation of menstrual periods, typically around age 50. Menogen is not a commonly used term in reference to the menstrual cycle.

The First Menstrual Period, Which Usually Occurs at Approximately Age