Which statement is true of today's adolescents as compared to adolescents in the nineteenth century?

A. Adolescents are beginning menstruation earlier, around age 9 or 10.
B. Adolescents are exhibiting signs of sexual maturity earlier.
C. Adolescents are exhibiting adult height much later.
D. Adolescents are exhibiting advanced levels of intellectual and emotional growth much earlier


Answer: D. Adolescents are exhibiting advanced levels of intellectual and emotional growth much earlier

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