Adolescent Development

Question 1

According to the text, what are the likely causes of precocious puberty? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

exposure to pollutants; exposure to phthalates; unhealthy weight gain; disruptions to the endocrine system

Question 2

What difficulties might a 10-year-old girl who has reached puberty face in comparison to her peers who have not yet reached puberty? Check all that apply.She might experience acne.She might experience mood swings.She might become uncomfortable with her body’s changes.She might be treated as if she is younger than she actually is.She might face increased expectations from adults.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

She might experience acne.; She might experience mood swings.; She might become uncomfortable with her body’s changes.; She might face increased expectations from adults.

Question 3

Which conclusion is supported by the data shown on these graphs?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Abstinent teens are more likely to graduate from high school and college than their sexually active peers.

Question 4

Which verbal responses would help Cody and Lexi maintain abstinence in this situation? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

“Hey, I think we should stop.”; “Let’s go out for pizza.”; “I think I should just go home.”

Question 5

Which statements about sexual activity are supported by evidence in this article?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Unintended pregnancy is a problem in the US.; Most teenagers are influenced by what their parents might think before having sex.; The risk of pregnancy is a primary influence on a teen’s decision to have sex.

Question 6

Which individuals are incapable of giving consent for sexual activity? Check all that apply.someone who is highsomeone who is drunksomeone who is passed outsomeone who is being exploiteda 12-year old malean 18-year old femalesomeone in a relationship with their teacher

Revolt · Accepted Answer

someone who is high; someone who is drunk; someone who is passed out; someone who is being exploited; a 12-year old male; someone in a relationship with their teacher

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