Over the past century, the onset of puberty has been coming at an earlier age. This has been referred to as the:

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The secular trend refers to the long-term shift in the onset of puberty that has been observed over many decades, resulting in earlier ages of puberty for both boys and girls. This trend is thought to be influenced by changes in nutrition, lifestyle, and environmental factors. The other options are not accurate descriptions of this trend.

Over the Past Century, the Onset of Puberty Has Been