Asked by Bhumi Letap on Jul 31, 2024

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Though boys reach puberty later than girls, they still

A) have sex at about the same age.
B) have sex at an earlier age.
C) tend to choose partners who are at least five years older than they are.
D) tend to choose partners who are at least five years younger than they are.

Puberty

The phase in human development during which a child matures into physical sexual maturity and becomes capable of reproduction.

Sexual Partners

Individuals with whom one engages in sexual relations or activities.

Boys

Male children or young men, often characterized by their age, development stages, and social roles distinct from adults and girls.

  • Pinpoint the variables that forecast and result from sexual engagement in adolescents and adults.
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Jaspreet SurdharAug 01, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
While the timing of puberty varies between individuals, on average boys reach puberty later than girls. However, research suggests that boys tend to have sex at an earlier age than girls. Therefore, option B is the best choice. Options A, C, and D are all inaccurate and not supported by research.