Place in order the sequence of maturational changes for girls. Begin with the first change seen, sequencing to the last change. Provide answer in using lowercase letters, separated by commas (e.g., a, b, c, d, e)
a. Growth of pubic hair
b. Rapid increase in height and weight
c. Breast changes
d. Menstruation
e. Appearance of axillary hair
ANS:
c, b, a, e, d
The usual sequence of maturational changes for girls is breast changes, rapid increase in height and weight, growth of public hair, appearance of axillary hair, and then menstruation, which usually begins 2 years after the first signs.
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