Maria (A Girl) and Jose (A Boy) Are Fraternal Twins

question 40

Multiple Choice

Maria (a girl) and Jose (a boy) are fraternal twins and are 10 years old. If their development is typical, Maria should experience the adolescent growth spurt in about ___ more years, and Jose should experience his adolescent growth spurt in about ____ more years.

• A) 2; 4
• B) 2; 2
• C) 1; 3
• D) 3; 4

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Definitions:

Maturity

The state of being fully developed physically or mentally, often associated with adulthood and the ability to respond to the environment in an appropriate manner.

Muscular-anal Stage

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Adulthood Stage

A period in human development characterized by fully developed physical growth, maturity, and the assumption of adult roles and responsibilities.

Generativity Versus Isolation

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