Nadia is an early-maturing girl. Compared to her late-maturing peers, which of the following statements is most likely to be true for Nadia?

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Early-maturing individuals, especially girls, are often perceived as more physically attractive and mature by their peers. This can lead to them being more popular with the opposite sex. Choice A is incorrect because early-maturing individuals may actually be more prone to social anxiety due to feeling different from their same-age peers who have not yet begun puberty. Choice B is also incorrect and in fact, early-maturing girls may be more popular with girls as well due to their perceived maturity and attractiveness. Choice D is also incorrect as early-maturing individuals may actually be the victim of rumors and gossip due to jealousy or perceived behavior that is seen as too mature for their peers.

Nadia Is an Early-Maturing Girl