Author Question: Concerning physical health, a. the rate of obesity among teens has steadily declined in the past ... (Read 104 times)

lunatika

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 548
Concerning physical health,
 
  a. the rate of obesity among teens has steadily declined in the past two decades.
  b. modern teens lead a more sedentary lifestyle and consume more empty calories than in decades past.
  c. high blood pressure and diabetes remain virtually unheard of in teenage populations.
  d. genetic factors appear to play little role in the levels of obesity found in teens.

Question 2

During adolescence, the physical activity levels of males continue to increase, while those of females tend to level off, or even decline. This is most likely due to the
 
  a. degeneration of muscle tissue in females.
  b. traditional gender-role socialization of females in our culture that discourages physical activity (especially in athletics).
  c. hormonal changes across the period of adolescence.
  d. secular trend.



Swizqar

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 357
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

b



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

Egg cells are about the size of a grain of sand. They are formed inside of a female's ovaries before she is even born.

Did you know?

Street names for barbiturates include reds, red devils, yellow jackets, blue heavens, Christmas trees, and rainbows. They are commonly referred to as downers.

Did you know?

Vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate) should be taken before any drug administration. Patients should be informed not to use tobacco or caffeine at least 30 minutes before their appointment.

Did you know?

Adolescents often feel clumsy during puberty because during this time of development, their hands and feet grow faster than their arms and legs do. The body is therefore out of proportion. One out of five adolescents actually experiences growing pains during this period.

Did you know?

Since 1988, the CDC has reported a 99% reduction in bacterial meningitis caused by Haemophilus influenzae, due to the introduction of the vaccine against it.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library