Which of the Following Is NOT Characteristic of Early Maturing

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT characteristic of early maturing girls?

• A) They exhibit a heightened increase in concern over their body shape.
• B) They have lower levels of depression than later-maturing girls.
• C) They are less likely to engage in sexual activity than later-maturing girls.
• D) They have higher self-esteem than later-maturing girls.

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