For Boys,the Most Dependable Predictor of the Onset of Puberty

question 33

Multiple Choice

For boys,the most dependable predictor of the onset of puberty is:

• A)the initial growth of pubic hair.
• B)the first ejaculation.
• C)an increase in the production of testosterone.
• D)the initial urge to be independent from parents.

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Definitions:

Adolescent Growth Spurt

The rapid physical development and increase in height and weight that occurs during puberty.

Broader Hips

A physical characteristic often associated with female anatomy that involves wider pelvic bones, which plays a significant role in childbirth.

Puberty

The period during which adolescents reach sexual maturity and become capable of reproduction.

Sexual Maturity

The stage of development at which an individual becomes capable of reproductive activity.