What Are Characteristics of Early Adolescence (11-14 Years) with Regard

question 24

Multiple Choice

What are characteristics of early adolescence (11-14 years) with regard to identity? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Mature sexual identity
• B) Increase in self-esteem
• C) Trying out of various roles
• D) Conformity to group norms
• E) Preoccupied with rapid body changes

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Definitions:

Loci

Specific fixed positions on chromosomes where genes or genetic markers are located.

Chromosome

Chromosomes are long, thread-like structures made of DNA and proteins, found in the nucleus of most living cells, carrying genetic information in the form of genes.

Epistasis

Condition in which certain alleles of one locus alter the expression of alleles of a different locus.

Alleles

Different forms of a gene that arise by mutation and are found at the same place on a chromosome.