Which of the Following Statements About Adolescent Sexuality Is FALSE

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about adolescent sexuality is FALSE?

• A) In general, African American adolescents have a higher rate of sexual intercourse than do adolescents from other ethnic groups.
• B) The earlier a girl experiences menarche, the younger she will likely be when she first has intercourse.
• C) Parents who are excessively strict have children who are less sexually active.
• D) Gender differences in sexual motivations decrease in late adolescence.

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