Question

The adolescent growth spurt decreases energy and nutrient needs. begins at the same age for boys and girls. begins earlier in boys than girls. begins earlier in girls than boys.

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Begins earlier in girls than boys.

-Rapid rate of growth that occurs during early adolescence

-Girls : begins between ages 10-13 Girls gain both lean and fat tissue.

-In boys :  begins between ages 12-15 Boys gain mostly lean body tissue.

-Once initiated, the changes follow a consistent pattern, regardless of age.