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Question
The most conspicuous visible change that occurs in boys during puberty is
Options
development in voice box
increase in height
production of sperms
increased sweating
Solution
increase in height
Explanation -
The most visible change during puberty in boys is sudden increase in height. At this time, the long bones elongate and make a person tall.
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