An adolescent has just experienced menarche. This means that:
A) breasts have begun to develop and pubic hair has appeared.
B) the onset of menstruation has occurred.
C) facial and chest hair have begun to appear.
D) the testes have begun to mature and to produce sperm.

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Menarche refers to the onset of menstruation, which is a sign that a female has reached reproductive maturity. It does not necessarily indicate that breast development or pubic hair growth have occurred. Facial and chest hair growth are characteristic of male puberty, while testicular development and sperm production are specific to males as well.

An Adolescent Has Just Experienced Menarche