Why might late-maturing girls end up having few emotional problems in the long run of adolescence, compared to their earlier-maturing counterparts?

A. Their body size and shape are more likely to match a societal ideal.
B. They are likely to engage in sexual activity at a later age.
C. They are likely to engage in sexual activity at an earlier age.
D. Their social maturation tends to lag behind their physical maturation.


Answer: A

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