In comparing the rate of growth in preadolescent girls and preadolescent boys, which of the following is the most accurate about growth rate?
a) Boys and girls grow at the same rate.
b) Boys grow at a slower, steadier rate than do girls.
c) Boys grow at a rapid, sporadic rate.
d) Girls grow at a slower, steadier rate than do boys.
Answer: Boys grow at a slower, steadier rate than do girls.