The Age at the Onset of Puberty Occurs Earlier in _____

question 86

Multiple Choice

The age at the onset of puberty occurs earlier in _____ than _____.

• A)African American girls; European American girls
• B)African American boys; European American boys
• C)European American girls; African American girls
• D)European American boys; African American boys

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Definitions:

Physical Differences

Variations in the bodily characteristics among individuals or groups.

Race

A socially constructed category based on physical characteristics, ancestry, historical affiliation, or shared culture, often used to classify humans.

Genetic Differences

Variations in the DNA sequences among individuals that contribute to the biological diversity of organisms.

Racial Groups

Designates categories of humans based on physical characteristics, ancestry, genetics, or social relations, often constructed socially and culturally.