Which of the following is true about the adolescent growth spurt?
A) A growth spurt follows the achievement of sexual maturity.
B) Growth spurts usually occur earlier in boys than in girls.
C) Growth may be uneven and cause temporary gawkiness.
D) Growth is faster than growth at any other time during the life span.

Question

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The adolescent growth spurt can cause uneven growth and temporary gawkiness as different parts of the body grow at different rates.

Answer: B 
 Generally, girls experience their growth spurt earlier than boys. On average, girls begin their growth spurt around age 10-11, while boys begin their growth spurt around age 12-13.

Answer: D 
 The adolescent growth spurt is the fastest period of growth during the life span, but this is not necessarily true for everyone. Different individuals may have different rates and patterns of growth.

Answer: A 
 This statement is not true. Sexual maturity and the adolescent growth spurt are related, but the growth spurt typically begins before sexual maturity is achieved.

Which of the Following Is True About the Adolescent Growth