A Condition in Which an Abnormal Stature Is Caused by Increased

question 27

Multiple Choice

A condition in which an abnormal stature is caused by increased secretion of growth hormone during childhood is:

• A) acromegaly.
• B) exophthalmos.
• C) gigantism.
• D) myxedema.

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Definitions:

Baseline Data

Initial information gathered before a research or treatment begins, used for comparison with data collected during or after the process.

Target Behaviour

Refers to a specific action or reaction that therapy or intervention aims to change or reinforce.

Operant Conditioning

A method of education where the vigor of a conduct is influenced by either rewarding or penalizing.

Desirable Behaviour

Actions or responses that are deemed positive or beneficial in a given context or society.