Question 1

According to Tanner, which body part has its adolescent growth spurt earliest?

Accepted Answer

The legs experience their adolescent growth spurt earliest according to Tanner's stages of development.

Question 2

In general the following are gender differences found among adolescents EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Males are generally not better able to handle long-term stress than females.

Question 3

What does the term "growth spurt" refer to?

Accepted Answer

A "growth spurt" refers to the rapid increase in both height and weight that typically occurs during puberty.

Question 4

Jane and John are twins. Based on what we know about gender differences in puberty, which of the following is most likely?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

In general, the aerobic power associated with the cardiovascular and muscular systems:

Accepted Answer

Aerobic power typically peaks earlier in females due to earlier maturation, but males generally have a greater magnitude of aerobic power due to larger muscle mass and heart size.

Question 6

The physiological differences between males and females may explain why:

Accepted Answer

Males have historically been hunters and heavy laborers due to physiological differences such as greater muscle mass and strength, which are influenced by higher levels of testosterone.

Question 7

Which is a correct assessment of physiological differences between males and females?

Accepted Answer

Males generally have greater muscle mass and cardiovascular capacity, which can enhance physical exercise performance. However, females often have better immune responses and may handle stress differently, sometimes more effectively.

Question 8

In comparison to other primates, humans' speed of growth:

Accepted Answer

Humans experience a relatively slow growth rate during childhood compared to other primates, with a notable increase during the adolescent growth spurt.

Question 9

Before puberty, the strength level of girls and boys is:

Accepted Answer

Before puberty, boys and girls generally have similar strength levels because they have not yet experienced the hormonal changes that lead to differences in muscle mass and strength.

Question 10

In males, the adolescent growth spurt:

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

Strength, as measured by hand grip or arm pull, is:

Accepted Answer

Before puberty, boys and girls of equal size have nearly equal strength, but after puberty, boys typically develop greater strength due to increased muscle mass.

Question 12

By the end of puberty:

Accepted Answer

By the end of puberty, boys typically develop greater muscle mass and strength compared to girls due to higher levels of testosterone.

Question 13

In females, the adolescent growth spurt:

Accepted Answer

The adolescent growth spurt in females typically lasts 2 to 3 years and results in an increase of about 6 to 7 inches in height.

Question 14

The changes in overall shape that occur during adolescence are:

Accepted Answer

During adolescence, boys typically develop wider shoulders, while girls experience an expansion of the hips due to hormonal changes and sexual maturation.

Question 15

Young people reach 98 percent of their adult height:

Accepted Answer

Young people typically reach 98 percent of their adult height by the end of the growth spurt of puberty, which is a period of rapid growth and development.

Question 16

The series of biological developments that transforms individuals from a state of physical immaturity into one in which they are biologically mature and capable of sexual reproduction is called:

Accepted Answer

Puberty is the biological process that leads to physical maturity and the capability for sexual reproduction.

Question 17

What is semenarche?

Accepted Answer

Semenarche refers to the first ejaculation, marking the onset of reproductive capability in males.

Question 18

A growth spurt following childhood:

Accepted Answer

The growth spurt following childhood is unique to Homo sapiens, as it is not observed in other mammals or even other primates.

Question 19

In our species, the onset of puberty and the capacity to reproduce is radically delayed compared to other primates. Evolutionary theories have argued that delayed maturation in humans:

Accepted Answer

Delayed maturation in humans is thought to allow for extended brain development and learning, which can contribute to better survival strategies, including disease prevention.

Question 20

The pattern of growth during the growth spurt would lead to which outcome?

Accepted Answer

During a growth spurt, boys typically experience an increase in height before they gain significant weight, leading to a need for longer pants before a bigger jacket.

Quiz 14: Physical and Cognitive Development in Adolescence