Question

with the onset of puberty, boys and girls are able to ________. a have fun with their siblings b listen more effectively c reproduce d better control their emotions please select the best answer from the choices provided

Explanation:

Puberty is the stage of development when sexual maturity is reached. This means that the reproductive organs become functional. For example, in females, the menstrual cycle starts (which is related to the ability to potentially carry a pregnancy if fertilization occurs), and in males, sperm production begins. Options A (having fun with siblings) is not a biological change specific to puberty's main function. Option B (listening more effectively) is more related to cognitive or communication - skill development that may not be directly tied to puberty's core biological purpose. Option D (better control of emotions) is a more complex psychological and social - emotional development that is not the primary and most direct outcome of puberty. The primary biological outcome of puberty is the ability to reproduce.

Answer:

C. reproduce