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Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of the Adolescent

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Which of the following is a characteristic of the adolescent period?


A) Obesity occurs more often in African-American females.
B) Appetite for red meat increases in females to meet iron needs.
C) More nutrient-dense foods are needed by males because of their faster development.
D) The risk for calcium insufficiency is greatest in males due to their high intake of soft drinks.
E) The adolescent growth spurt begins around age 12 for females and 10 for males.

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