Which of the following changes is NOT observed in a boy at puberty?

Height and weight increases.

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Sperm production begins in the body.

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Pubic hair starts to grow,

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Voice becomes feminine.

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Solution

The correct option is C Voice becomes feminine.
At puberty, the body of the male child undergoes many primary and secondary sexual changes. There is an increase in the height and weight of the body due to muscle and skeletal growth. There is the production of the sperms by the testes through the process of spermatogenesis. There is the growth of axial and pubic hair. The voice becomes deeper and harsh.
Thus, the correct answer is option D.

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