Question

The changes that occur in females during the onset of puberty are

• A. enlargement of breasts
• B. beginning of the menstrual cycle
• C. development of high-pitched voice
• D. all of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D

all of the above

The correct option is D.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Puberty is the transition from childhood to adolescence, and it occurs when a boy or girl goes through a number of changes.
2. Women's puberty occurs between the ages of 10 and 14, while boys' puberty occurs between the ages of 12 and 16.
3. It produces physical, psychological, and emotional changes in both men and women, with varied effects on each gender.
4. Females go through a variety of changes as they approach puberty:
   1. In girls, the first symptom of puberty is the development of the breasts.
   2. The start of the menstrual cycle is the most obvious marker of puberty in girls.
   3. Hair on the pubic area begins to develop, and some girls may notice more hair on their legs and arms as well.
   4. Most girls gain weight when their body form changes - their upper arms, thighs, and upper back produce more body fat; their hips round out and their waist narrows.
   5. During puberty, girls develop a high-pitched voice.

Final answer: The changes that occur in females during the onset of puberty are enlargement of breasts, beginning of the menstrual cycle and development of high-pitched voice.