Which Girl Is the Most Likely to Experience Puberty First

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which girl is the most likely to experience puberty first?

• A) Melissa, who is a European-American competitive gymnast
• B) Jaeda, who is an overweight, middle-SES African American
• C) Salma, who lives in a poverty-stricken area of Afghanistan
• D) Cherish, who is an underweight, low-SES European American

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Definitions:

Diethylstilbestrol (DES)

A synthetic form of estrogen that was once prescribed to pregnant women to prevent miscarriages but was later found to cause significant health issues in their children.

Infertility Rates

The percentage or number of individuals or couples who are unable to achieve pregnancy after trying for a specific period, often one year.

Mental Deficits

Shortcomings or impairments in cognitive functioning, which may affect intellectual abilities and adaptive behavior.

Cocaine

Cocaine is a powerful stimulant drug derived from the leaves of the South American coca plant, known for its euphoric effects and potential for addiction.