Compared to T Eens Who Begin Having Sexual Intercourse When

question 22

Multiple Choice

Compared to t eens who begin having sexual intercourse when they are older, teens who experience intercourse at an early age . . . ​

• A)are more likely to be involved with a same-age rather than an older partner.
• B)are more likely to be of a lower socioeconomic status.
• C)tend to have lower rates of HIV and fewer lifetime sexual partners.
• D)are at increased risk for a variety of adverse health outcomes including substance abuse, depression, childbearing, and criminal convictions.

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