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According to the text, what are the likely causes of precocious puberty? Check all that apply.

A
exposure to pollutants
B
exposure to phthalates
C
certain types of cancers
D
unhealthy weight gain
E
disruptions to the endocrine system
F
emotional and psychological problems
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What difficulties might a 10-year-old girl who has reached puberty face in comparison to her peers who have not yet reached puberty? Check all that apply.She might experience acne.She might experience mood swings.She might become uncomfortable with her body’s changes.She might be treated as if she is younger than she actually is.She might face increased expectations from adults.

A
She might experience acne.
B
She might experience mood swings.
C
She might become uncomfortable with her body’s changes.
D
She might be treated as if she is younger than she actually is.
E
She might face increased expectations from adults.
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Which conclusion is supported by the data shown on these graphs?

A
Abstinent teens are more likely to graduate from high school but less likely to graduate from college than their sexually active peers.
B
Abstinent teens are more likely to graduate from high school and college than their sexually active peers.
C
Abstinent teens are less likely to graduate from high school, but more likely to graduate from college than their sexually active peers.
D
Abstinent teens are less likely to graduate from high school and college than their sexually active peers.
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Which verbal responses would help Cody and Lexi maintain abstinence in this situation? Check all that apply.

A
“Hey, I think we should stop.”
B
“Let’s go out for pizza.”
C
“Well, just this once.”
D
“I think I should just go home.”
E
“I’m not sure, but if you think it’s okay.”
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Which statements about sexual activity are supported by evidence in this article?

A
Unintended pregnancy is a problem in the US.
B
Most teenagers are influenced by what their parents might think before having sex.
C
Older teens ignore the risk of STDs when deciding to have sex.
D
The risk of pregnancy is a primary influence on a teen’s decision to have sex.
E
Teachers and religious advisors are more influential on older teens than on younger ones in their decisions about sex.
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Which individuals are incapable of giving consent for sexual activity? Check all that apply.someone who is highsomeone who is drunksomeone who is passed outsomeone who is being exploiteda 12-year old malean 18-year old femalesomeone in a relationship with their teacher

A
someone who is high
B
someone who is drunk
C
someone who is passed out
D
someone who is being exploited
E
a 12-year old male
F
an 18-year old female
G
someone in a relationship with their teacher

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