Melissa Is in Middle Adulthood

question 152

Multiple Choice

Melissa is in middle adulthood. If she is typical, when can she expect menopause to occur?

• A) between ages 40 and 45
• B) between ages 45 and 48
• C) between ages 45 and 55
• D) between ages 52 and 56

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