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Development of Sex Organs

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Which of the following is the secondary sexual characteristic in females?

A

Hips become wider

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Voice becomes hoarse

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C

Growth of Adam's apple

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Growth of hairs on chest

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The correct option is A Hips become wider
During puberty, voice of girls becomes shrill and voice of boys becomes hoarse. In boys, the shoulders become wider but in girls the hips become wider during puberty to prepare the body to deliver baby in future.

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