Which of the Following Statements Are True of the Factors

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements are true of the factors that contribute to the height of a person? (Read carefully and select all of the correct statements.)

A) Genes for height may be for enzymes involved in bone matrix formation.
B) A child cannot be taller than her or his parents.
C) Calcium and phosphorus are important in the diet because they become part of bone matrix.
D) The absorption of calcium from food in the small intestine is facilitated by vitamin A.
E) Vitamins C and D are important in the diet to become part of bone matrix.
F) Either estrogen or testosterone will promote the closure of the epiphyseal discs of long bones.