How Does Growth During Puberty Affect the Differences in Male

Question

How does growth during puberty affect the differences in male and female skeletons?
A) Men will have a greater center of balance than women.
B) Men will have longer legs and arms than women.
C) Men will have shorter legs than woman.
D) Women will have a higher center of gravity than men.

Accepted Answer

During puberty, the growth spurt affects males and females differently. Males tend to have a longer growth period and, therefore, end up with longer legs and arms than females. This results in an overall larger body size and height for males.