Hypersecretion of growth hormone can cause gigantism if it begins in childhood, but is more likely to cause ___ if it begins in adulthood.

a. Cushing's syndrome
b. acromegaly
c. myxedema
d. dwarfism
e. Grave's disease


Answer: b. acromegaly

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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