Margaret,who Is 12-Years-Old,is Very Excited for Menarche

question 59

Multiple Choice

Margaret,who is 12-years-old,is very excited for menarche.Based on research reviewed in the textbook,this is MOST likely because

• A) Margaret has a good deal of education and feels adequately prepared for menarche.
• B) Margaret doesn't have a lot of information about it,and ignorance is bliss.
• C) Margaret has been misinformed about the possibility of menstrual joy.
• D) most of Margaret's friends started their periods at age 8.

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