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1

Puberty begins with a sharp increase in the production of male and female hormones.
A)True
B)False
2

Among normal boys and girls, the time of onset of puberty varies by about 4 years.
A)True
B)False
3

Girls normally enter puberty about 2 or 3 years earlier than boys.
A)True
B)False
4

The age at which youngsters reach adult height and sexual maturity is genetically determined.
A)True
B)False
5

The adolescent growth spurt begins earlier in boys than in girls.
A)True
B)False
6

The principal sign of sexual maturity in boys is production of sperm.
A)True
B)False
7

Girls' age of first menstruation tends to be similar to their mothers'.
A)True
B)False
8

The first menstruation means that a girl can become pregnant.
A)True
B)False
9

Most young teenagers are more concerned about their looks than any other aspect of themselves.
A)True
B)False
10

Early-maturing boys tend to gain self-esteem.
A)True
B)False
11

Adolescents from poor families are 3 times as likely as others to be in fair or poor health.
A)True
B)False
12

Anorexia nervosa is the most common eating disorder in the United States.
A)True
B)False
13

Antidepressant drugs can be used in treating anorexia and bulimia.
A)True
B)False
14

Poverty is linked with drug abuse.
A)True
B)False
15

AIDS is caused by a bacterial infection.
A)True
B)False
16

Girls are more likely to commit suicide than boys.
A)True
B)False
17

Telephone hotlines are effective in preventing suicide.
A)True
B)False





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