When Comparing Physical Growth Patterns Between School-Aged Children and Adolescents,the

Multiple Choice

When comparing physical growth patterns between school-aged children and adolescents,the nurse notes that

A) Physical growth usually slows during the adolescent period.
B) Boys usually exceed girls in height and weight by the end of the school years.
C) Secondary sex characteristics usually develop during the adolescent years.
D) The distribution of muscle and fat remains constant during the adolescent years.