Multiple Choice
A boy grew rapidly and reached a height of 6'2" by the time he was 13.He had normal body proportions and sexual development was only slightly retarded.Which of the following caused his condition?
A) elevated vitamin D synthesis
B) hypersecretion of growth hormone
C) hypersecretion of testosterone
D) hyposecretion of growth hormone
E) an adrenal tumor that secretes androgens
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