Mai Uncharacteristically Has Begun to Skip Classes, Not Complete Her

question 138

Multiple Choice

Mai uncharacteristically has begun to skip classes, not complete her homework, and act seductively with boys. After an argument at home last week, she ran away for three days. Mai is showing signs that may indicate:

• A) sexual abuse.
• B) a mental disorder.
• C) the onset of puberty.
• D) peer pressure.

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Definitions:

Constant Internal Temperature

The maintenance of a steady body temperature independent of the environment.

Mammals

Warm-blooded vertebrates characterized by the presence of hair or fur, secretion of milk by females for the nourishment of the young, and typically the birth of live young.

One-way Air Flow

A respiratory adaptation in some animals, such as birds, allowing air to pass through lungs in a single direction for more efficient gas exchange.

Horny Beak

A hard, keratinous structure found in birds and certain reptiles, used for feeding, grooming, and other behaviors.