Giantism occurs only in children and adolescents because their:
a. Growth hormones are still diminished.
b. Epiphyseal plates have not yet closed.
c. Skeletal muscles are not yet fully developed.
d. Metabolic rates are higher than in adulthood.
Answer: b. Epiphyseal plates have not yet closed.
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