Which of the following best represents the occurrence of the adolescent growth spurt?
a. The growth spurt begins about 3 years earlier for girls than boys.
b. The growth spurt begins about age 11 for boys and age 13 for girls.
c. The growth spurt begins about the same time for boys and girls.
d. The growth spurt begins about age 11 for girls and age 13 for boys.
d. The growth spurt begins about age 11 for girls and age 13 for boys.
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Which of the following is most accurate about depressive symptoms among older adults?
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What did research carried out by Herbert, Gross & Hayne in 2006 demonstrate regarding deferred imitation?
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