Identify a Characteristic of Children in Whom the Signs of Pubertal

question 81

Multiple Choice

Identify a characteristic of children in whom the signs of pubertal development appear at an earlier age than is considered typical.

• A) They lose the freedom to be a child.
• B) They mostly achieve their full adult height potential.
• C) Their bone maturation occurs at a slower pace than in children who attain puberty later.
• D) Their bodies prevent them from reaching adulthood when they are ready psychologically.

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