Questions: Which of the following is a uniquely female secondary sex characteristic? a.) Pubic hair b.) Enlarged Adam's apple c.) Widening of the hips d.) Armpit hair

Which of the following is a uniquely female secondary sex characteristic?
a.) Pubic hair
b.) Enlarged Adam's apple
c.) Widening of the hips
d.) Armpit hair

Transcript text: Which of the following is a uniquely female secondary sex characteristic? a.) Pubic hair b.) Enlarged Adam's apple c.) Widening of the hips d.) Armpit hair

Solution

The answer is c.) Widening of the hips.

Explanation for each option:

a.) Pubic hair - Incorrect. Pubic hair is a secondary sex characteristic that develops in both males and females during puberty.

b.) Enlarged Adam's apple - Incorrect. An enlarged Adam's apple is typically associated with males due to the growth of the larynx during puberty.

c.) Widening of the hips - Correct. The widening of the hips is a secondary sex characteristic that is uniquely associated with females. It occurs during puberty as part of the body's preparation for potential childbirth.

d.) Armpit hair - Incorrect. Armpit hair is another secondary sex characteristic that develops in both males and females during puberty.

In summary, the widening of the hips is a uniquely female secondary sex characteristic.

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