David Has Experienced Early Maturation

question 407

Multiple Choice

David has experienced early maturation. Compared to boys who mature later, we can expect David to

• A)be less poised and more anxious.
• B)be less popular.
• C)be more likely to get into trouble with drugs and alcohol.
• D)exhibit all of these characteristics.

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Definitions:

Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)

A sodium salt of glutamic acid, used as a flavor enhancer in foods, with its safety being subject to debate.

Toxic Effects

Harmful impacts on an organism or cell caused by substances or environmental factors, often leading to damage or dysfunction.

Neurons

Specialized cells in the nervous system that transmit information to other nerve cells, muscle, or gland cells through electrical and chemical signals.

Homeostatic Hormone

One of a group of hormones that maintain internal metabolic balance and regulate physiological systems in an organism.