How Is Body Mass Index Related to Pubertal Timing in Girls

question 38

Multiple Choice

How is body mass index related to pubertal timing in girls?

• A) Girls with a higher body mass index are triggered for puberty earlier.
• B) Girls with a lower body mass index are triggered for puberty earlier.
• C) Girls with a set body mass index are triggered for puberty later.
• D) Girls with a higher body mass index are triggered for puberty later.

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Definitions:

Punishment

A consequence aimed at reducing a particular behavior, often used as a behavioral modification technique.

Antecedent

An event or condition that precedes and triggers a behavior or response, often studied in behaviorism to understand and modify behavior.

Aversive Control

A behavioral control technique involving the use of unpleasant stimuli to influence the occurrence of certain behaviors.

Positive Reinforcer

A stimulus that, when presented after a behavior, increases the likelihood of that behavior happening again.