Human Growth and Development CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What physiological changes occur during adolescence?

Heightened emotional responsiveness
Increased vocal range
Decreased cognitive abilities
Slower overall growth

The correct answer is: Slower overall growth

Adolescence is a transitional period between childhood and adulthood, during which significant physiological changes occur in the body. These changes can be categorized into five main areas physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and identity development. One of the major physical changes during adolescence is a rapid growth spurt, resulting in increased height and weight. Therefore, option D is the correct answer as slower overall growth is not a physiological change that occurs during this period. Option A, heightened emotional responsiveness, is an example of an emotional change, while option B, increased vocal range, is an example of a physical change but not specifically a change related to adolescence. Option C, decreased cognitive abilities, is incorrect as cognitive abilities usually experience a significant increase during this period, not a decrease.