Question 1

Which of the following statements is true of Canadian adolescents?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that in Canada, boys are more likely than girls to engage in regular physical activity. Options A and B are incorrect as studies have found that Canadian youth do not meet the recommended daily physical activity guidelines and physical education classes are not mandatory in all provinces. Option D is also incorrect as the most popular sport for youth in Canada is ice hockey.

Question 2

Who is least likely to become anorexic?

Accepted Answer

Daisy, who is careless and a poor student, is least likely to become anorexic as anorexia is often associated with high-achieving, perfectionist tendencies rather than carelessness.

Question 3

Which of the following is true regarding the development of a homosexual orientation?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that sexual orientation is not a choice or a result of parenting or environmental factors. There is evidence that heredity and hormonal factors play a role in the development of sexual orientation. However, it is not fully understood and may be a complex combination of genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors. None of the other options presented are supported by scientific evidence.

Question 4

Liv has anorexia nervosa. Which of the following statements would she be least likely to make?

Accepted Answer

People with anorexia nervosa typically have controlling parents or guardians who exhibit perfectionist tendencies. Giving a lot of freedom contradicts this characteristic and would be least likely. The other choices (A, B, and C) are all common thoughts or experiences among individuals with anorexia nervosa.

Question 5

When making decisions, teenagers

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that teenagers tend to be more influenced by the perceived social consequences of their decisions, such as peer pressure and fitting in with social norms, than adults. This is due in part to the fact that the prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for decision-making and impulse control, is not fully developed in teenagers. As a result, they may take more risks and prioritize social factors over other considerations.

Question 6

Anorexia

Accepted Answer

Anorexia is more common in females than in males. Research shows a female-to-male ratio of 10:1 or 20:1 in individuals with anorexia nervosa.

Question 7

The leading cause of death for Canadian youth is

Accepted Answer

Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for Canadian youth, accounting for around 30% of all deaths among people aged 15-24 years old. This is followed by suicide, accidental poisoning, and accidental falls. Drug use and firearm accidents are also significant causes of death, but not as common as motor vehicle accidents.

Question 8

Kerry is a gymnast who competes regularly. Kerry is more likely than other girls to experience

Accepted Answer

Gymnasts and other female athletes who engage in intense training and competition are at a higher risk for amenorrhea, which is the absence of menstruation. This is due to changes in hormone levels and body composition that occur with excessive exercise.

Question 9

Date rape is least likely to occur when

Accepted Answer

The couple not having sex previously lowers the likelihood of date rape as there may be greater communication and understanding between partners about boundaries and consent. Choices A, B, and C increase the risk of date rape by promoting a lack of clear communication and understanding of boundaries and consent.

Question 10

Current research suggests that the roots of sexual orientation are

Accepted Answer

While there have been many theories and hypotheses about the origins of sexual orientation, current research suggests that it is still not fully understood.

Question 11

Your roommate took a peek at your textbook and now is reluctant to have her future children participate in sports because of a potential concern. What do you think your roommate read in your textbook to prompt her concern?

Accepted Answer

The concern likely stems from reading about the use of illegal drugs to improve performance, which can pose significant health risks and ethical issues in sports.

Question 12

Which of the following would be helpful in preventing date rape?

Accepted Answer

Knowing your own sexual policies and setting boundaries for yourself is the most effective way of preventing date rape. It is important to communicate your boundaries clearly with your partner and make sure they respect them. Using alcohol or drugs can impair judgment and lead to risky behavior, while being alone with your date can increase the risk of sexual assault. It is also important to let trusted friends know where you are and who you are with when going on a date.

Question 13

The most popular participant physical activity for youth in Canada during adolescence is

Accepted Answer

According to Statistics Canada, walking is the most popular physical activity for youth in Canada during adolescence. It is a low-cost and accessible form of physical activity that can easily be incorporated into daily routines. Basketball, jogging, and track and field may also be popular activities, but they are not as widely participated in as walking.

Question 14

Alicia refuses to eat and is terribly afraid of becoming overweight. Alicia has characteristics of

Accepted Answer

Alicia's fear of becoming overweight and refusal to eat are symptoms of anorexia nervosa, an eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted perception of one's body shape and size. Obesity, malnourishment, and being a typical teenager do not accurately describe Alicia's symptoms.

Question 15

________ is characterized by alternating binge eating with purging through self-induced vomiting, use of laxatives, or over-exercising.

Accepted Answer

Bulimia nervosa is a type of eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating (consuming an abnormally large amount of food in a short period of time) followed by purging (self-induced vomiting, use of laxatives, or over-exercising). Anorexia nervosa involves severe food restriction and fear of weight gain, while obesity refers to excessive body fat accumulation. Malnourishment refers to inadequate intake or absorption of nutrients, which can occur in various medical conditions.

Question 16

Anorexia and bulimia are more likely to occur in girls who are

Accepted Answer

Anorexia and bulimia are more likely to occur in girls who are high achievers and perfectionists. These girls often put immense pressure on themselves to excel in everything they do, including their physical appearance.

Question 17

Adolescent girls are more likely to develop anorexia when

Accepted Answer

Eating disorders are associated with overprotective,controlling (autocratic)parents.

Question 18

The use of anabolic steroids by high school athletes

Accepted Answer

The use of anabolic steroids by high school athletes can increase blood pressure and cholesterol levels, which can have harmful health consequences.

Question 19

During adolescence, boys need extra ________ to produce ________ because of their increased muscle mass while girls need it to replace that lost during menstruation.

Accepted Answer

Boys need extra iron to produce hemoglobin because of their increased muscle mass, while girls need it to replace that lost during menstruation. Calcium is related to strong bones, not muscle development. Fat and sodium are not directly related to hormone production or muscle development.

Question 20

Teenagers need ________ for growth.

Accepted Answer

Calcium is crucial for teenagers' growth as it helps in the development of strong and healthy bones. Calcium also helps in muscle and nerve functioning, blood clotting, and maintaining healthy blood pressure.

Quiz 14: Physical Growth in Adolescents